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WR08 WEW

2008 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,200 mi
Last recorded20,200 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VL80011,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 WEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 20,200 miles

Rear brakes binding slightly.

Pass 17 Jun 2025 20,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front mudguard insecure

Fail 4 Jun 2025 20,001 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front mudguard insecure

Pass 4 Jun 2024 19,503 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 18,665 miles

ULW 320KG.

Fail 26 May 2023 18,660 miles

Brake cable damaged snapped at lever. (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working pedal application. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2022 17,618 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 17,144 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 17,104 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 16,759 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 15,948 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 14,146 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 14,146 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 11,745 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 11,686 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 11,329 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 9,741 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 8,775 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 8,288 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 8,288 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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WR08 WEW is a 2008 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 11,798 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 WR08 WEW, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WR08 WEW registered?

WR08 WEW is a 2008 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is WR08 WEW safe to buy?

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