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S811 MBK

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

42,480 mi
Last recorded42,480 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS811 MBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 42,480 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 41,392 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 41,392 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2024 40,589 miles

Front steering head bearings slight stiffness

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 40,589 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front steering head bearings slight stiffness

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 40,356 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 40,258 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Stop lamp insecure cable clip loose to light switch (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 40,106 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 40,063 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 39,907 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2020 39,907 miles

Front 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 Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 37,712 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 34,614 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 31,475 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 31,475 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 29,792 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 27,193 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 25,764 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 24,940 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 24,574 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 24,013 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 23,770 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 23,189 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 20,885 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 18,683 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 17,448 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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S811 MBK is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 S811 MBK, 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 S811 MBK registered?

S811 MBK is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 15 November 1998.

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