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EK03 FVU

2003 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

11,494 mi
Last recorded11,494 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 FVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 11,494 miles

rear light loom in poor condition

Pass 10 May 2025 11,077 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 10,955 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 10,833 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 10,748 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 10,644 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 10,644 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed PERISHED AND CRACKED (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear CRACKED AND PERISHED

Pass 19 May 2018 10,523 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 10,385 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 10,385 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 May 2016 10,225 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,838 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 9,457 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 9,457 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 9,455 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 9,412 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 9,412 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 20 Aug 2010 9,089 miles

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

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 9,089 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 7,714 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 6,649 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 5,428 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 4,465 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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EK03 FVU is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 11,897 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 EK03 FVU, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EK03 FVU?

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What year was EK03 FVU registered?

EK03 FVU is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is EK03 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 FVU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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