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T179 LRP

1999 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,958 mi
Last recorded16,958 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VZ80014,991 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT179 LRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2008 16,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 135,161 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 13,561 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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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T179 LRP is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 T179 LRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T179 LRP?

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What year was T179 LRP registered?

T179 LRP is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 22 July 1999.

Is T179 LRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T179 LRP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T179 LRP have outstanding finance?

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