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RA59 SLV

2009 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,682 mi
Last recorded17,682 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki VZ80010,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA59 SLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 17,682 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 17,329 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 17,183 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 14,626 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 12,939 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 12,933 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 12,933 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 12,875 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 12,776 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 11,724 miles

Rear tyre on limit and badly cracked 170/80x15

front tyre badly cracked and perished.

Pass 17 Mar 2015 11,212 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 8,485 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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RA59 SLV is a 2009 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 10,632 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 RA59 SLV, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA59 SLV?

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What year was RA59 SLV registered?

RA59 SLV is a 2009 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is RA59 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA59 SLV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RA59 SLV have outstanding finance?

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