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Y216 EFT

2001 Suzuki VL800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,938 mi
Last recorded36,938 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY216 EFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 36,938 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 36,505 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 36,505 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 36,391 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 33,521 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Aug 2013 33,425 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

prop shalf to diff loose.

rear storage box loose

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

bolt missing from cylinder head/exhaust

front brake slight bind

Pass 31 Jul 2012 31,678 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 27,903 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 24,389 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 22,215 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 22,111 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 21,501 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 20,821 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 18,792 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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Y216 EFT 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 Y216 EFT, 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 Y216 EFT registered?

Y216 EFT is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 14 May 2001.

Is Y216 EFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y216 EFT 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.

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