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YN55 NTV

2005 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

314 mi
Last recorded314 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VZ80012,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN55 NTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 314 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Slightly damaged

Pass 25 Apr 2024
Pass 26 Apr 2023
Pass 16 Apr 2022 248 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 709 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 703 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019
Pass 23 Mar 2018 39,291 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2018 39,288 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 33,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 27,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front caliper rubber boot end missing off slide shaft end

Fail 26 Mar 2016 27,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front caliper rubber boot end missing off slide shaft end

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light comes on initially then goes out as brake depressed (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 20,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 11 Mar 2014 15,834 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 15,834 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 12,597 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2013 12,597 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 9,970 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 9,970 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 8,479 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 8,479 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 8,503 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 7,500 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VZ800?

Based on 15,164 MOT tests across 1,268 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
550
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 62
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 62
reflector on motorcycle missing 58
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YN55 NTV is a 2005 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,733 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 VZ800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN55 NTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VZ800 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YN55 NTV registered?

YN55 NTV is a 2005 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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