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PN52 YRL

2002 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

23,270 mi
Last recorded23,270 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN52 YRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 23,270 miles

headlight mask converter fitted at time of test

Fail 21 Jun 2025 23,270 miles

headlight mask converter fitted at time of test

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 20,901 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 20,401 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect beam kicks up to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 19,692 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 17,189 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 17,189 miles

Nearside Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 16,517 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 16,021 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 15,622 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 15,299 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 14,502 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 13,468 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 13,322 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 12,662 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 12,662 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 10,853 miles

front tyre just over 2mm

Pass 29 Aug 2009 9,983 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 28 Aug 2009 9,983 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 May 2008 7,120 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 29 May 2007 5,863 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 3,132 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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PN52 YRL is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,739 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 PN52 YRL, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN52 YRL registered?

PN52 YRL is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is PN52 YRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN52 YRL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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