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PN05 VXL

2005 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,083 mi
Last recorded15,083 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VZ80012,733 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 VXL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 15,083 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 14,863 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 14,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under frame slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 23 Jul 2021 14,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under frame slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 14,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear drive,diff,has slight oil leak.could result of cotamination of rear tyre.

rear tyre sidewall,cracking

Pass 5 May 2015 14,271 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 13,794 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 13,340 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 10,006 miles

no direction indicators on machine at time of test.

Pass 8 May 2008 7,007 miles

Lights masked (only used during daylight hours)

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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PN05 VXL is a 2005 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,733 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PN05 VXL, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PN05 VXL registered?

PN05 VXL is a 2005 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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