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R807 NVC

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Purple Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,958 mi
Last recorded35,958 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR807 NVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 35,958 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 33,021 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 29,150 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 26,534 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 26,534 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2022 25,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 25,697 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 24,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 22,309 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 21,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 20,496 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 18,607 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 17,784 miles
Pass 30 May 2010 16,922 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 16,344 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 16,051 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 15,279 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 14,064 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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R807 NVC is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Purple with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 19,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R807 NVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R807 NVC registered?

R807 NVC is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 6 July 1998.

Is R807 NVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R807 NVC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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