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BK08 WOJ

2008 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,893 mi
Last recorded41,893 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki VZ80010,493 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 WOJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 41,893 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 14 May 2025 40,459 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 36,721 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 28,835 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 27,142 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 27,142 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 25,874 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 25,867 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear mudguard to number plate fitting lose

Pass 20 Apr 2019 22,078 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 15,827 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 15,827 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2017 6,517 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 5,970 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 5,162 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 4,780 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 3,463 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 2,238 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 870 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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BK08 WOJ is a 2008 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 10,493 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 BK08 WOJ, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BK08 WOJ registered?

BK08 WOJ is a 2008 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is BK08 WOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 WOJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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