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W242 VRE

2000 Suzuki VZ800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,035 mi
Last recorded32,035 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VZ80014,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW242 VRE
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 32,035 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 31,713 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 30,679 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 29,755 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 29,755 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 29,235 miles

Offside Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 27,953 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 27,441 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

fuel cap tapped

Fail 9 Jun 2017 27,441 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

fuel cap tapped

Pass 16 May 2016 25,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

mud flap rubbing front tyre

Pass 29 May 2015 24,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 29 May 2015 24,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 30 May 2014 23,210 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 21,729 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 19,885 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 18,114 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 16,457 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 15,086 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 12,148 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 10,888 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 9,175 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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W242 VRE is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 14,512 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 W242 VRE, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W242 VRE registered?

W242 VRE is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 15 June 2000.

Is W242 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W242 VRE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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