MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,881 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
motorcycle heavily modified
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki VZ800?
Based on 15,164 MOT tests across 1,268 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R170 NSN is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.
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 R170 NSN, 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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How do I check the history of R170 NSN?
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What year was R170 NSN registered?
R170 NSN is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 4 August 1997.
Is R170 NSN safe to buy?
The MOT history for R170 NSN shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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