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PK51 LBP

2001 Suzuki VZ800

Yellow Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

19,162 mi
Last recorded19,162 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VZ80013,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 LBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 19,162 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 19,122 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 19,093 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 19,000 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 18,920 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 18,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 18,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 18,474 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 18,294 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 16,680 miles

both driving lamps set very high--adjusted

lhd headlamp fitted -kick masked out

Fail 22 Jun 2016 16,680 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

both driving lamps set very high--adjusted

lhd headlamp fitted -kick masked out

Pass 10 Jul 2015 16,324 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 16,317 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 16,277 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 15,942 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 15,610 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 9 Apr 2009 15,610 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Nov 2007 14,809 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 14,809 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 13,676 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 13,676 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 11,069 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 11,069 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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PK51 LBP is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800 in Yellow with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 13,966 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 PK51 LBP, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PK51 LBP registered?

PK51 LBP is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is PK51 LBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK51 LBP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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