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S203 BFW

1998 Suzuki VZ800

White Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,195 mi
Last recorded25,195 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS203 BFW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 25,195 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 25,184 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 25,142 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 25,026 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 24,961 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 24,945 miles

tyres perished

Pass 15 Aug 2018 24,846 miles

both tyres old, cracked and perishing

Pass 10 Aug 2017 24,652 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 24,501 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 24,206 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 23,466 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 22,209 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 21,430 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 19,467 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 17,766 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 16,299 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 15,305 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 13,829 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 12,800 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2006 12,800 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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S203 BFW is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in White with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 S203 BFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S203 BFW registered?

S203 BFW is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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