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PF04 VUL

2004 Suzuki VL800

Grey Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

17,908 mi
Last recorded17,908 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL80011,935 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF04 VUL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 17,908 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 17,014 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 16,668 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 16,204 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 15,903 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 15,800 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 15,553 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 15,347 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 15,337 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre has cracks at bottom of tread but cnnot see canvas

Pass 21 Dec 2016 14,621 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 13,887 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 13,887 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 12,916 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 10,646 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 8,511 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 7,679 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 7,679 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 May 2011 6,691 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2010 6,265 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 5,763 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 5,763 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2008 4,904 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 4,168 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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PF04 VUL is a 2004 Suzuki VL800 in Grey with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,935 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 VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PF04 VUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PF04 VUL registered?

PF04 VUL is a 2004 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is PF04 VUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF04 VUL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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