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R655 TRD

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,457 mi
Last recorded33,457 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR655 TRD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 33,457 miles

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 32,475 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 30,538 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 May 2013 30,535 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 May 2012 25,707 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 May 2012 25,707 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2011 23,858 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 19,481 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 19,469 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 16,235 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 14,708 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 14,514 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 12,273 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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R655 TRD is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R655 TRD, 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 R655 TRD registered?

R655 TRD is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 31 January 1998.

Is R655 TRD safe to buy?

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