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P208 ORP

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,631 mi
Last recorded21,631 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 ORP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 21,631 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 20,006 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 19,633 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread in center of tyre and perishing on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 19,588 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread in center of tyre and perishing on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2015 19,289 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 19,052 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 18,311 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 18,311 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2011 18,045 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 18,039 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 17,419 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 17,419 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 17,068 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 16,640 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 16,599 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 15,690 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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P208 ORP is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 16,652 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 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 P208 ORP, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P208 ORP registered?

P208 ORP is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P208 ORP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P208 ORP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P208 ORP have outstanding finance?

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