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HF55 EWR

2005 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

12,352 mi
Last recorded12,352 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL80010,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 EWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 12,352 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 12,352 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 12,192 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 11,679 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 10,690 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 10,054 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 9,400 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 9,400 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 8,751 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 7,422 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 6,620 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 6,620 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 5,727 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 4,895 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 3,868 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 2,434 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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HF55 EWR is a 2005 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HF55 EWR, 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.

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What year was HF55 EWR registered?

HF55 EWR is a 2005 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is HF55 EWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 EWR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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