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Y209 ECN

2001 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,211 mi
Last recorded26,211 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY209 ECN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 26,211 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 26,142 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

rear lights ?

Pass 22 Jul 2021 25,908 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2021 25,898 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 25,810 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 24,825 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 23,803 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 19,617 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 14,050 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 12,821 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 11,088 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 9,181 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 7,814 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 7,569 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 7,124 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 6,426 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 5,745 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 3,890 miles

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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Y209 ECN is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y209 ECN, 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 Y209 ECN registered?

Y209 ECN is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 10 May 2001.

Is Y209 ECN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y209 ECN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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