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S550 ATA

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,219 mi
Last recorded15,219 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS550 ATA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 15,219 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 14,428 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

cracking in sidewalls front tyre

cracking in sidewalls rear tyre

Fail 5 Feb 2025 14,428 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

cracking in sidewalls front tyre

cracking in sidewalls rear tyre

Pass 20 Jan 2024 12,403 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 10,690 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 10,690 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 9,039 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 8,912 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 8,428 miles

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose swingarm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 8,117 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 7,850 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 7,675 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 7,296 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 6,795 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 6,142 miles

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

slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre

Pass 21 Jul 2007 6,129 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 5,989 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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S550 ATA is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S550 ATA, 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 S550 ATA registered?

S550 ATA is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S550 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S550 ATA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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