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S424 COU

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

22,239 mi
Last recorded22,239 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS424 COU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 22,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 22,223 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 21,615 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 21,615 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,612 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 20,607 miles

Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 17,042 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 17,042 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 20,549 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 12,583 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 12,562 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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S424 COU 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 63.6%.

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 S424 COU, 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 S424 COU registered?

S424 COU is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 24 September 1998.

Is S424 COU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S424 COU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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