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R181 NYG

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,975 mi
Last recorded17,975 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 NYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 17,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 17,924 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 17,924 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 17,145 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2018 17,145 miles

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)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 15,211 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 15,197 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 14,985 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 14,871 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 14,719 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 14,099 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 13,354 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,255 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 10,389 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 7,016 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 5,600 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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R181 NYG is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 16,267 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 R181 NYG, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R181 NYG registered?

R181 NYG is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R181 NYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R181 NYG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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