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WJ52 XAU

2002 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

18,579 mi
Last recorded18,579 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 XAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 18,579 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 18,493 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 18,455 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 18,253 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 18,069 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 17,914 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 17,726 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 17,558 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 17,442 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 17,341 miles

number plate cracked

Fail 30 Apr 2015 17,341 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

number plate cracked

Pass 17 May 2014 16,647 miles

Throttle operation slightly stiff

Pass 17 Apr 2013 16,202 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 15,693 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 14,397 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 13,883 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 13,883 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 13,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 12,336 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 10,952 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 9,583 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 XAU is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 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 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 XAU, 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 XAU registered?

WJ52 XAU is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 30 December 2002.

Is WJ52 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ52 XAU 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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