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S797 RKJ

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,561 mi
Last recorded34,561 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS797 RKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 34,561 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 33,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 33,973 miles

Front All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Rear All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 33,604 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 33,328 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 33,256 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 31,771 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 31,771 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 30,605 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 30,279 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 29,022 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 26,523 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 22,863 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 22,835 miles

front fender loose

Pass 5 Sep 2008 14,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 5 Sep 2008 14,995 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 12,469 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 10,254 miles

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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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S797 RKJ is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 S797 RKJ, 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 S797 RKJ registered?

S797 RKJ is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S797 RKJ safe to buy?

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