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T523 PBP

1999 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

15,249 mi
Last recorded15,249 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VZ80014,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT523 PBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 15,249 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 15,249 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed BRAKE HOSE WAS INSECURE AND RUBBING ON WHEEL (NO DAMAGE TO PIPE) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 13,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 12,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 12,938 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2021 12,792 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2020 12,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 12,026 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 11,483 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 11,483 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition std system has been fitted now. (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 11,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 10,845 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 10,239 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 9,624 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 9,476 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 9,168 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 8,853 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 8,489 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 7,914 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 7,870 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 7,741 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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T523 PBP is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T523 PBP, 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 T523 PBP registered?

T523 PBP is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 11 May 1999.

Is T523 PBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T523 PBP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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