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HJ02 YCL

2002 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,541 mi
Last recorded29,541 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki VZ8009,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 YCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 29,541 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 29,512 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 29,179 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 27,837 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 27,217 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 27,217 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 26,807 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 26,670 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 25,675 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 23,290 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 23,288 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2018 20,834 miles

Headlamp mask fitted beam otherwise conforms to standards

Fail 27 Feb 2018 20,834 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp mask fitted beam otherwise conforms to standards

Pass 14 Mar 2017 15,833 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 19 May 2016 15,765 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 15,765 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 15,663 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 15,470 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 15,174 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 14,912 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 14,395 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 13,503 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2007 12,703 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 11,512 miles

Front brake pads worn close to service limit.

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 11,512 miles

Front brake pads worn close to service limit.

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005
Pass 7 Jul 2005 9,347 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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HJ02 YCL is a 2002 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 9,426 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 HJ02 YCL, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ02 YCL registered?

HJ02 YCL is a 2002 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 6 June 2002.

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