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J316 HCB

1992 Suzuki VL800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,404 mi
Last recorded24,404 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ316 HCB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 24,404 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 23,900 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 23,900 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 22,420 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 21,667 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 20,580 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 19,302 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 17,807 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 17,733 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 17,566 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 17,126 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 15,137 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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J316 HCB is a 1992 Suzuki VL800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 J316 HCB, 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 34 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J316 HCB registered?

J316 HCB is a 1992 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J316 HCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J316 HCB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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