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S640 CTV

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,655 mi
Last recorded14,655 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS640 CTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,655 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 14,655 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 14,573 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 14,573 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 14,548 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 14,433 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 14,087 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 14,087 miles

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 13,878 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 13,878 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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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S640 CTV is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S640 CTV, 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 S640 CTV registered?

S640 CTV is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S640 CTV safe to buy?

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