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S226 MCS

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,231 mi
Last recorded17,231 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS226 MCS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 17,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 16,236 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 16,236 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 14,618 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements brake light switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 14,618 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements brake light switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 13,395 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 13,151 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 12,719 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 11,207 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 11,136 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 10,765 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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S226 MCS is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 S226 MCS, 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 S226 MCS registered?

S226 MCS is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S226 MCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S226 MCS shows 11 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.

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