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S345 SEL

1999 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

57,555 mi
Last recorded57,555 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VZ80014,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS345 SEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2012 57,555 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2012 57,555 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 56,023 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 18 May 2010 53,522 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 50,663 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 45,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 May 2008 45,839 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 May 2007 40,023 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 30 May 2007 40,023 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 5 May 2006 31,682 miles

front tyre fitted in accordance with arrow but may be the wrong way round

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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S345 SEL is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 14,991 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 S345 SEL, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S345 SEL registered?

S345 SEL is a 1999 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 16 January 1999.

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