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WJ52 XDS

2002 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,048 mi
Last recorded23,048 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 XDS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 23,048 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 22,991 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 22,636 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 21,785 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 20,984 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 20,127 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front foot rest rubbers missing

Pass 27 Apr 2020 19,568 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

plastic cover around steering loose but secure

Fail 24 Apr 2020 19,528 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

plastic cover around steering loose but secure

Pass 17 Apr 2019 19,291 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 18,431 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 17,544 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 16,580 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 16,580 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 15,074 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 14,147 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 14,147 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 13,445 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 13,218 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,860 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 10,959 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 9,817 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 8,099 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 6,773 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 4,152 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 XDS is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 XDS, 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 XDS registered?

WJ52 XDS is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is WJ52 XDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ52 XDS shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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