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W381 XNS

2000 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,362 mi
Last recorded37,362 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VZ80014,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW381 XNS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 37,362 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 34,751 miles

Exhaust noisy WIRE WOOL IN EXHAUST (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2023 34,751 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy WIRE WOOL IN EXHAUST (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 31,321 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 31,307 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 30,871 miles

Main frame under carriage rusting, advise attention.

Pass 26 Oct 2015 28,516 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 20,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 17,560 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,353 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 17,337 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Aug 2008 17,337 miles

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

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 16,563 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 16,247 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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W381 XNS is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 W381 XNS, 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 W381 XNS registered?

W381 XNS is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 17 April 2000.

Is W381 XNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W381 XNS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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