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S377 SAV

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,864 mi
Last recorded50,864 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS377 SAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 50,864 miles

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

horseshoe locking device slightly lose

Fail 21 Mar 2023 50,864 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

horseshoe locking device slightly lose

Pass 26 Jan 2022 49,273 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 49,209 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 47,716 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 46,879 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 45,347 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 44,621 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 43,066 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 40,641 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 40,641 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 38,131 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 35,886 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 34,213 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 33,150 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 30,219 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 30,219 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

rear tyre getting low

Pass 20 Jul 2007 26,395 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 24,586 miles

headlight l/h

Fail 13 Jun 2006 24,400 miles

Centre Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 23,662 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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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S377 SAV is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S377 SAV, 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 S377 SAV registered?

S377 SAV is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 28 August 1998.

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