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R291 MFW

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

1,744 mi
Last recorded1,744 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 MFW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 1,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

gear linkage worn and loose

Pass 24 Sep 2024
Pass 28 Jul 2023 34,662 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 34,662 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 33,120 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 32,190 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 30,797 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 28,385 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 27,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 14,940 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 14,940 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2009 11,285 miles

uneven/odd wear on front tyre!

Pass 15 May 2008 8,900 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 8,755 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 8,075 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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R291 MFW is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R291 MFW, 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 R291 MFW registered?

R291 MFW is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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