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M70 JOF

2000 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,515 mi
Last recorded35,515 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VZ80014,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 JOF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 35,515 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 35,515 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 35,358 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 30,442 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 28,350 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 27,323 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake dry lever pivot (1.2.1 (c))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front tyre perished

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose pin circlip missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 27,323 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake dry lever pivot (1.2.1 (c))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front tyre perished

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose pin circlip missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 24,987 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 23,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 21,505 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhausts slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 19,869 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 16,553 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 16,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 16,448 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 16,322 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 16,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 15,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 15,695 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 15,564 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,278 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 15,278 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 15,237 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 14,950 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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M70 JOF is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 14,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M70 JOF, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M70 JOF is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 27 March 2000.

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