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RO52 TGF

2002 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,436 mi
Last recorded25,436 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 TGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 25,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Lower Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Lower brake pedal pivot rubbing on exhaust tape / wrap

Fail 20 Apr 2026 25,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Lower Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Lower brake pedal pivot rubbing on exhaust tape / wrap

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 25,042 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 24,547 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 24,526 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 23,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 22,715 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 22,715 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 20,906 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 20,222 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 19,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 17,535 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 16,651 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 13,248 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 3,542 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 3,517 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 3,503 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 3,486 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 3,355 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 2,785 miles

back rest insecure bolt missing on offside rear

Pass 23 Mar 2006 2,073 miles

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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RO52 TGF is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,739 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 RO52 TGF, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RO52 TGF registered?

RO52 TGF is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 2 October 2002.

Is RO52 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 TGF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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