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T165 PGF

1999 Suzuki VZ800

White Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,024 mi
Last recorded24,024 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VZ80014,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT165 PGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 24,024 miles

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

Front wheel bearing slight roughness, but should be changed.

Headlamp aim converter fitted.

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Possible slight judder at rear brake, not sure if related to excessively slack chain?

Fail 17 Dec 2019 24,024 miles

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

Front wheel bearing slight roughness, but should be changed.

Headlamp aim converter fitted.

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Possible slight judder at rear brake, not sure if related to excessively slack chain?

Pass 13 Dec 2018 23,957 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive and needs adjusting. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp conversion applied.

N/s frame corroding.

Fail 13 Dec 2018 23,957 miles

N/s frame corroding.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive and needs adjusting. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp conversion applied.

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 23,167 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 20,546 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 13,113 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jan 2016 13,113 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Jan 2015 5,177 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 5,177 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 95,340 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 92,664 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 86,094 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 72,934 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 61,810 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 48,634 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 32,461 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 21,365 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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T165 PGF is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800 in White with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 14,991 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 T165 PGF, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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T165 PGF is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 25 May 1999.

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