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WU52 XKS

2002 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests31 (18 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate58.1%

Mileage

26,800 mi
Last recorded26,800 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VL80013,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 XKS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 13 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 26,800 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 26,800 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 21,227 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 21,227 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Kick Up to right hand side (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 19,458 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 19,458 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 18,760 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 18,760 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 18,435 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 18,435 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 17,824 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 17,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right Headlight aim kicks up to the o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 17,824 miles

Oil filter rusty

Fail 4 Dec 2017 17,824 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Oil filter rusty

Pass 29 Oct 2016 17,667 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 17,667 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front Nail in tyre ()

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 17,214 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2015 17,214 miles

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

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

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 16,638 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 16,052 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 16 Oct 2012 15,483 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 15,483 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,829 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 14,829 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 13,910 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 12,823 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 12,823 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 11,095 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 8,996 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 7,766 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 7,766 miles

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

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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WU52 XKS is a 2002 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.1%.

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 WU52 XKS, 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 WU52 XKS registered?

WU52 XKS is a 2002 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 3 October 2002.

Is WU52 XKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU52 XKS shows 31 tests with a 58.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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