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T287 TPU

1999 Suzuki VZ800

White Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

20,213 mi
Last recorded20,213 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VZ80014,991 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT287 TPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 20,213 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 19,984 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 19,843 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 19,586 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 19,335 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 19,049 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 17,995 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 17,955 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy baffles partting (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 15,572 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 14,249 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 11,396 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 10,273 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 9,577 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 9,577 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 9,157 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 9,157 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 9,131 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2011 8,039 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 7,810 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 7,616 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 7,333 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 7,162 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 6,898 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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T287 TPU is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800 in White with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 T287 TPU, 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 T287 TPU registered?

T287 TPU is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 16 July 1999.

Is T287 TPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T287 TPU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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