MOT Status
ValidMileage
32,731 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
front brake caliper pistons corroding
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki VZ800?
Based on 15,164 MOT tests across 1,268 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S156 MGA is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in White with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 S156 MGA, 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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How do I check the history of S156 MGA?
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What year was S156 MGA registered?
S156 MGA is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 2 December 1998.
Is S156 MGA safe to buy?
The MOT history for S156 MGA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S156 MGA have outstanding finance?
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