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Y588 OPV

2001 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,264 mi
Last recorded26,264 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY588 OPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 26,264 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 22,042 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 19,452 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 17,174 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 17,174 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2021 14,262 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 12,697 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 12,357 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 12,357 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 10,526 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 9,924 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 9,267 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 8,831 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 8,561 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 8,157 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 8,050 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 7,956 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 7,818 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 7,687 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 7,571 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 7,448 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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Y588 OPV is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 Y588 OPV, 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

How do I check the history of Y588 OPV?

You can check the full history of Y588 OPV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y588 OPV registered?

Y588 OPV is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 13 June 2001.

Is Y588 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y588 OPV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y588 OPV have outstanding finance?

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