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WA51 ORV

2001 Suzuki VL800

Multi-colour Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

23,747 mi
Last recorded23,747 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 ORV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 23,747 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 23,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

handle bars sharp edges

Pass 17 Jul 2018 23,429 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 17 Jul 2018 23,429 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 23,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Jul 2016 22,065 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 19,979 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 19,979 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2012 19,713 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 17,599 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 17,103 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 15,899 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2006 15,895 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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WA51 ORV is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Multi-colour with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,208 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 VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA51 ORV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA51 ORV registered?

WA51 ORV is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is WA51 ORV safe to buy?

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