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WJ52 UKB

2002 Suzuki VL800

Green Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

29,038 mi
Last recorded29,038 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 UKB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 29,038 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 28,812 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 28,786 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 26,776 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 26,121 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 22,594 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 17,435 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 12,846 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2017 12,834 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 12,773 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2015 12,773 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 12,755 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 126,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2012 126,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Mar 2011 11,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 11,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 9,624 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 7,529 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 6,298 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 5,095 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 2,521 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 UKB is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Green with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 WJ52 UKB, 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

How do I check the history of WJ52 UKB?

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What year was WJ52 UKB registered?

WJ52 UKB is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is WJ52 UKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ52 UKB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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