MOT Status
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44,432 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?
Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y197 NAY is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 NAY, 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 NAY?
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What year was Y197 NAY registered?
Y197 NAY is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 9 March 2001.
Is Y197 NAY safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y197 NAY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does Y197 NAY have outstanding finance?
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