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S492 KPO

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,756 mi
Last recorded19,756 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS492 KPO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 19,756 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 18,190 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2015 18,190 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 16,065 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 15,765 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 14,931 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 14,596 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 14,596 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 13,640 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 13,190 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 12,640 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 11,867 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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S492 KPO is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S492 KPO, 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 S492 KPO registered?

S492 KPO is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 19 September 1998.

Is S492 KPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S492 KPO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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