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WJ52 KYY

2002 Suzuki VL800

Grey Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

23,529 mi
Last recorded23,529 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 KYY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 23,529 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 23,477 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 23,442 miles

Day light use only light masked over at time of test

Fail 3 Aug 2023 23,442 miles

Day light use only light masked over at time of test

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 23,269 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 23,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play very small amount of play detected in rear wheel bearing. rear spindle may also be missing a washer behind the nut (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 22,915 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 22,831 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 22,516 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Front mudguard (2.1.2e)

Pass 12 May 2017 22,325 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 22,363 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2016 21,825 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 21,748 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 21,626 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 21,385 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 21,235 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 18,399 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 17,674 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 16,709 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 14,145 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 9,438 miles

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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WJ52 KYY is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Grey with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,739 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WJ52 KYY, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ52 KYY registered?

WJ52 KYY is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is WJ52 KYY safe to buy?

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