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S749 JFR

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,302 mi
Last recorded22,302 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS749 JFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 22,302 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 22,276 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 22,166 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 22,108 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 22,099 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 22,088 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 21,849 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 21,670 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2017 21,347 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2017 21,347 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 21,261 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 21,022 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2015 21,022 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 20,886 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 20,745 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2012 20,164 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 8 May 2012 20,164 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 19,508 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 18,419 miles

Offside Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 May 2010 18,419 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 17,353 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 16,428 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 15,895 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 14,748 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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S749 JFR is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 S749 JFR, 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

How do I check the history of S749 JFR?

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What year was S749 JFR registered?

S749 JFR is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S749 JFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S749 JFR shows 24 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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