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SF06 CDX

2006 Suzuki VL800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,366 mi
Last recorded9,366 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki VL80013,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF06 CDX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 9,366 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2024 9,283 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 9,243 miles

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

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 9,243 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 9,166 miles

Central Front advisory due to year of tyres manufacture 2004

Pass 14 May 2021 9,059 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 May 2021 9,059 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2020 8,929 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 8,797 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 8,496 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 8,492 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 8,376 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2015 7,502 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 7,169 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 6,853 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2012 6,853 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Fail 28 Jul 2011 6,581 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 6,581 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 5,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 5,123 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 4,509 miles

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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SF06 CDX is a 2006 Suzuki VL800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 13,097 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 SF06 CDX, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF06 CDX registered?

SF06 CDX is a 2006 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is SF06 CDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF06 CDX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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