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N878 RFT

1993 Suzuki VX800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,101 mi
Last recorded71,101 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 1993 Suzuki VX80039,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 RFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 71,101 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Sep 2023 71,091 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn below 5m (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn below 5.5 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 70,533 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 69,961 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 69,907 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 68,657 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 68,633 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 68,610 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 68,291 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 66,491 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 65,320 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 64,772 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 63,521 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 61,301 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 54,581 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 43,699 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VX800?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 86
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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N878 RFT is a 1993 Suzuki VX800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 39,162 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VX800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N878 RFT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VX800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N878 RFT registered?

N878 RFT is a 1993 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is N878 RFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N878 RFT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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