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S800 BGP

2001 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

28,355 mi
Last recorded28,355 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS800 BGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 May 2024 28,355 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 28,320 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2020 28,320 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 27,384 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 27,189 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 26,701 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 26,701 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 23,725 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 23,725 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 23,725 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 23,433 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 21,609 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 21,609 miles

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 19,183 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2010 19,183 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2009 17,420 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 17,420 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 15,518 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 15,518 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 13,682 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 13,682 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 11,459 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 11,459 miles

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

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

Front tyre side walls starting to perish.

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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S800 BGP is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,208 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 VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S800 BGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S800 BGP?

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What year was S800 BGP registered?

S800 BGP is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 9 August 2001.

Is S800 BGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S800 BGP shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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