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WF08 BWN

2008 Suzuki VZR1800

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,888 mi
Last recorded20,888 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VZR180012,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 BWN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZR1800
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 20,888 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 20,714 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Both Sets are close to the legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 20,625 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 20,204 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 19,812 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 18,061 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 17,902 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 17,675 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 14,836 miles

Rear some wear on bobbins evident on rear disc

Pass 16 Jul 2015 14,791 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 14,791 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 8 May 2014 13,174 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 May 2014 13,174 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 10,442 miles

Direction indicators flashing at rate close to higher allowed limit

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 2 May 2013 10,442 miles

Direction indicators flashing at rate close to higher allowed limit

Pass 27 Apr 2012 8,285 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 8,285 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 6,464 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VZR1800?

Based on 1,140 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Direction indicators not working 3
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WF08 BWN is a 2008 Suzuki VZR1800 in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki VZR1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 12,579 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 VZR1800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF08 BWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VZR1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki VZR1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF08 BWN registered?

WF08 BWN is a 2008 Suzuki VZR1800, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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