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Y397 BRP

2001 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,619 mi
Last recorded29,619 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY397 BRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 26,390 miles

Front brake pads worn

Front tyre worn

Pass 10 Mar 2012 24,322 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 23,009 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 18,318 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Oct 2007 15,378 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 11,578 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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Y397 BRP is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 Y397 BRP, 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 Y397 BRP registered?

Y397 BRP is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 24 June 2001.

Is Y397 BRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y397 BRP shows 7 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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