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P827 RYU

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,959 mi
Last recorded27,959 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP827 RYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 27,959 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 27,959 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 27,719 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 27,719 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly Interfering with fuel hose (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 May 2014 27,468 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 27,451 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2013 27,066 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 25,536 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 20,080 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2010 17,695 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 17,605 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VZ800?

Based on 15,164 MOT tests across 1,268 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
550
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 62
reflector on motorcycle missing 58
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P827 RYU is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 16,652 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki VZ800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P827 RYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VZ800 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P827 RYU registered?

P827 RYU is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 24 February 1997.

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