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S131 URT

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

7,200 mi
Last recorded7,200 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS131 URT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 7,200 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 7,057 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 6,937 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 6,892 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 6,733 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 6,543 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 6,297 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 6,203 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 6,049 miles

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

Rear has small cracks in tyre walls. not to cords.

Pass 5 Jun 2015 5,793 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 5,334 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2013 4,616 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 4,616 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 4,499 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 4,499 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 4,177 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 4,062 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,764 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 3,548 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 3,423 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 3,195 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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S131 URT is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S131 URT, 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 S131 URT registered?

S131 URT is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 4 December 1998.

Is S131 URT safe to buy?

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