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Y286 HWG

2001 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,822 mi
Last recorded9,822 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY286 HWG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 May 2025 9,822 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 8,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 7,754 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 7,652 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 6,400 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 6,254 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 6,098 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 5,864 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 5,523 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 5,183 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 3,502 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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Y286 HWG is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y286 HWG, 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 Y286 HWG registered?

Y286 HWG is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y286 HWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y286 HWG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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