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R887 CHK

1997 Suzuki VX800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,339 mi
Last recorded21,339 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VX80023,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR887 CHK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 21,339 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 19,183 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 17,811 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 17,775 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 17,760 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 17,760 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 17,729 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 17,669 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 17,331 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 16,863 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 16,851 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 16,474 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 16,113 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 15,738 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 15,167 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 15,167 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki VX800?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 86
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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R887 CHK is a 1997 Suzuki VX800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 23,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VX800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R887 CHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VX800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R887 CHK registered?

R887 CHK is a 1997 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R887 CHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R887 CHK 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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