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YJ04 YHM

2004 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,879 mi
Last recorded44,879 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL80011,935 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ04 YHM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2024 44,879 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 44,431 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 44,414 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 44,396 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 44,207 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 43,719 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 43,670 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 43,670 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 43,520 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 43,296 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 42,669 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 40,951 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 35,769 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 35,769 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 28,087 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 20,308 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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YJ04 YHM is a 2004 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 11,935 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 YJ04 YHM, 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 22 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 YJ04 YHM registered?

YJ04 YHM is a 2004 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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The MOT history for YJ04 YHM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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