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RE56 BDF

2006 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,855 mi
Last recorded16,855 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Suzuki VL80013,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 BDF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 16,855 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 27 May 2016 16,845 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 29 May 2015 13,071 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 May 2015 13,071 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 9,607 miles

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

handlebars fitted incorrectly

Pass 17 Apr 2012 8,899 miles

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

handlebars mounted incorectly

Fail 16 Apr 2012 8,887 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

handlebars mounted incorectly

Pass 11 Feb 2011 6,070 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 3,002 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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RE56 BDF is a 2006 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 13,097 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 VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE56 BDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE56 BDF registered?

RE56 BDF is a 2006 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is RE56 BDF safe to buy?

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