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R532 WND

1997 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

31,177 mi
Last recorded31,177 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VZ80016,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR532 WND
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 31,177 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 30,887 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 30,887 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 30,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 30,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 30,522 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 723,536 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 29,410 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 28,276 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 27,136 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 26,520 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 25,588 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 24,416 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

2 screws and 1 nail in rear tyre,none appear to be leaking!!!

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2014 24,173 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 22,792 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2012 21,168 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 13 Jul 2011 18,976 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 18,976 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 16,710 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 16,710 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 15,897 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 14,457 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 12,090 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 12,090 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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R532 WND is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 R532 WND, 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 R532 WND registered?

R532 WND is a 1997 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R532 WND safe to buy?

The MOT history for R532 WND shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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