MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,178 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
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)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?
Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.
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Y197 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
Across all 2001 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,208 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 Y197 BSC, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of Y197 BSC?
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What year was Y197 BSC registered?
Y197 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 14 April 2001.
Is Y197 BSC safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y197 BSC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does Y197 BSC have outstanding finance?
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