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Y199 XAX

2001 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

21,144 mi
Last recorded21,144 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY199 XAX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 21,144 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 21,142 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 21,142 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Fail 23 May 2015 20,132 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 23 May 2015 20,132 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 19,584 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 21 May 2012 19,476 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 19,048 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 19,046 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2009 17,755 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 16,276 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 16,276 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 13,585 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2007 13,585 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 11,469 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 9,588 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2005 9,568 miles

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

nail in tyre

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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Y199 XAX is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y199 XAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y199 XAX registered?

Y199 XAX is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 10 June 2001.

Is Y199 XAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y199 XAX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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