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W298 TJF

2000 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,656 mi
Last recorded34,656 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VZ80014,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW298 TJF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 34,656 miles

Front Tyre slightly cracked/perished

Fail 15 Jun 2026 34,651 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre slightly cracked/perished

Pass 6 Jun 2025 33,787 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 33,777 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 33,392 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 33,392 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 32,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2016 30,412 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 27,380 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 25,866 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 22,235 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 18,917 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 14,843 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 11,425 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 10,511 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 9,245 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 8,231 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 8,231 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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W298 TJF is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 W298 TJF, 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 W298 TJF registered?

W298 TJF is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W298 TJF safe to buy?

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