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YK04 BVL

2004 Suzuki VL800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,386 mi
Last recorded13,386 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki VL80011,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 BVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 13,386 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 13,313 miles

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 13,226 miles

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 12,317 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 11,824 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 10,236 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 9,494 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 9,221 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 8,864 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 8,367 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2013 5,482 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 5,053 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 2,971 miles

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 2,971 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 1,406 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 893 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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YK04 BVL is a 2004 Suzuki VL800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 YK04 BVL, 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 YK04 BVL registered?

YK04 BVL is a 2004 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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The MOT history for YK04 BVL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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