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N829 RDG

1996 Suzuki VZ800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,775 mi
Last recorded27,775 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VZ80024,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN829 RDG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 27,775 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 27,775 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 27,769 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 27,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2015 27,364 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 25,806 miles

Front tyre worn

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 25,627 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2010 25,306 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2009 24,960 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2008 24,373 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 23,993 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

roller brake tester indicates slight run out to front brake

Pass 3 Mar 2006 20,880 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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N829 RDG is a 1996 Suzuki VZ800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 24,800 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 N829 RDG, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N829 RDG registered?

N829 RDG is a 1996 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 19 April 1996.

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