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FV09 PDO

2009 Suzuki VZ800

Orange Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,740 mi
Last recorded17,740 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki VZ80010,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 PDO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 17,740 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 17,736 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 17,409 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 16,138 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 14,930 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 14,673 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 13,530 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 13,121 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 11,778 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 10,995 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 9,304 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 7,836 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 7,830 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

front brake lever travel

Pass 13 Apr 2013 3,935 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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FV09 PDO is a 2009 Suzuki VZ800 in Orange with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 10,632 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 FV09 PDO, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV09 PDO registered?

FV09 PDO is a 2009 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 3 July 2009.

Is FV09 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 PDO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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