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R893 TLM

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,493 mi
Last recorded15,493 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR893 TLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2017 15,493 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp you cannot have indicators on front or back permantly on and then just getting brighter when turn switched on no good uk road use now (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour running lights front must be white and not part of indicator circuit (1.1.2a)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 15,383 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 15,152 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 14,940 miles

front tyre cracking around wall

Pass 6 Oct 2012 14,779 miles

note speedo light not working

Pass 16 Sep 2011 14,542 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 14,074 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 14,074 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 12,546 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 12,350 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 12,309 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 12,260 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 12,162 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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R893 TLM 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 84.6%.

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 R893 TLM, 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 R893 TLM registered?

R893 TLM is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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The MOT history for R893 TLM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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