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DK05 FCJ

2005 Suzuki VL800

White Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,822 mi
Last recorded9,822 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL80010,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 FCJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 9,822 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 9,813 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 9,561 miles

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

tyres cracked

Pass 7 Jun 2016 8,993 miles

Front tyre sidewall cracked

Rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 3 Apr 2012 8,947 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 7,961 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 7,961 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 5,793 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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DK05 FCJ is a 2005 Suzuki VL800 in White with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 10,017 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 DK05 FCJ, 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 21 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 DK05 FCJ registered?

DK05 FCJ is a 2005 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is DK05 FCJ safe to buy?

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