MOT Status
ValidMileage
30,787 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Suzuki VZ800?
Based on 15,164 MOT tests across 1,268 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R198 CGJ is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 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 R198 CGJ, 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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How do I check the history of R198 CGJ?
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What year was R198 CGJ registered?
R198 CGJ is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 14 August 1997.
Is R198 CGJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R198 CGJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R198 CGJ have outstanding finance?
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