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J393 RVU

1992 Suzuki VL800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,502 mi
Last recorded27,502 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ393 RVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 27,502 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 27,496 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 27,492 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 27,418 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2021 27,418 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 27,277 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 27,275 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 27,116 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 27,116 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 27,096 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 26,438 miles

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 26,438 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2007 24,997 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 23,613 miles

Rear Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2006 23,613 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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J393 RVU is a 1992 Suzuki VL800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 J393 RVU, 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 J393 RVU registered?

J393 RVU is a 1992 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 1 July 1992.

Is J393 RVU safe to buy?

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