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S946 ARP

1998 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,169 mi
Last recorded39,169 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VZ80016,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS946 ARP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 39,169 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 37,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2019 37,281 miles

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))

Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 33,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 21 Feb 2018 33,353 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp missing bulb inop (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 29,508 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 29,492 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 28,850 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 28,829 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 26,985 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 7,748 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 6,970 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 6,693 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 6,362 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 5,191 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 3,602 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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S946 ARP is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S946 ARP, 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 S946 ARP registered?

S946 ARP is a 1998 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 24 September 1998.

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