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S863 MFP

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

20,965 mi
Last recorded20,965 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS863 MFP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 20,965 miles

Exhaust noisy acceptable at half engine speed (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 20,248 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit strong advisory (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 19,812 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 19,812 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 19,789 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 19,789 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 19,249 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 19,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONG ADVISORY (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 18,852 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 18,839 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 16,285 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 13,937 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 13,770 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 13,642 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 13,460 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 12,602 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 12,567 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 12,024 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 12,024 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 10,948 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 10,189 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 8,320 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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S863 MFP is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S863 MFP, 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 S863 MFP registered?

S863 MFP is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 10 November 1998.

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The MOT history for S863 MFP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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