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HF55 EWU

2005 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,494 mi
Last recorded33,494 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki VL80010,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 EWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 33,494 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 33,489 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 33,480 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 33,460 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 33,460 miles

Front Brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 33,401 miles

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

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 33,266 miles

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

L/H Handle bar grip loose.

L/H rear indicator damaged.

Pass 7 Aug 2017 33,057 miles

Exhausts noisey

Front tyre nearing minimum limit

Pass 8 Jul 2016 32,693 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 32,677 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 32,651 miles

Exhaust noisey

Pass 5 Mar 2013 32,059 miles

l/h rear indicator damaged

Pass 15 Mar 2012 31,478 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 30,146 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 29,295 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 29,280 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 28,547 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 28,547 miles

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

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 EWU is a 2005 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EWU, 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 HF55 EWU registered?

HF55 EWU is a 2005 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is HF55 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 EWU 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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