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T205 JEO

1999 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,663 mi
Last recorded43,663 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VZ80014,991 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT205 JEO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 43,663 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2024 43,431 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2023 42,736 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 42,516 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 39,988 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 39,716 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 36,787 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 36,785 miles

drive chain slightly loose

exhaust noisy

o/s foot peg bent

o/s front brake lever bent

wheel alignment slightly misalinged

wheel alignment slightly misalinged

Fail 21 Apr 2017 36,762 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Riders footrest slightly bent.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 35,902 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 35,361 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 35,361 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 35,340 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 35,079 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 34,817 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 34,716 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 34,694 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 30,640 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 30,640 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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T205 JEO is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T205 JEO, 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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What year was T205 JEO registered?

T205 JEO is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 26 March 1999.

Is T205 JEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T205 JEO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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