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R175 LSA

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,597 mi
Last recorded31,597 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR175 LSA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 31,597 miles

rear tyre has slight cracks

Fail 4 Jun 2013 29,883 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 29,883 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 28,656 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 26,306 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 24,494 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 22,797 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 20,801 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 20,764 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 May 2006 18,626 miles

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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R175 LSA is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R175 LSA, 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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What year was R175 LSA registered?

R175 LSA is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R175 LSA safe to buy?

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