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T500 SMF

1999 Suzuki VZ800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,599 mi
Last recorded17,599 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
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

RegistrationT500 SMF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 17,599 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2015 17,599 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 17,115 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 Mar 2014 17,115 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2012 17,088 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 17,088 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 16,837 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 16,368 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2009 15,678 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 14,616 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 14,143 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 14,143 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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T500 SMF is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 T500 SMF, 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

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What year was T500 SMF registered?

T500 SMF is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T500 SMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T500 SMF shows 12 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.

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