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R407 KMA

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

17,779 mi
Last recorded17,779 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR407 KMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 17,779 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2023 17,534 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 17,433 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 17,116 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 16,299 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 15,424 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 14,358 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2017 13,680 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 12,933 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 12,585 miles

Centre Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Outer Rear Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Fail 2 May 2015 12,585 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Centre Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Outer Rear Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 3 May 2014 12,377 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 12,053 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 12,053 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2012 11,805 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 11,674 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 11,555 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 11,495 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 11,338 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 10,974 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 10,577 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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R407 KMA is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R407 KMA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R407 KMA registered?

R407 KMA is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R407 KMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R407 KMA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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