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MW61 KWX

2012 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,370 mi
Last recorded19,370 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki VL80014,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 KWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 19,370 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 16,222 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 16,068 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2023 16,068 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2022 14,580 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 14,568 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 13,523 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 11,525 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 11,067 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 10,268 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 9,512 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 9,414 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 5,626 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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MW61 KWX is a 2012 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 14,580 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 MW61 KWX, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MW61 KWX?

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What year was MW61 KWX registered?

MW61 KWX is a 2012 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is MW61 KWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW61 KWX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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