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W453 MWB

2000 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

11,342 mi
Last recorded11,342 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VZ80014,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW453 MWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 11,342 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 11,342 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 11,321 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 11,321 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 11,241 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 11,029 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive drive chain o ring deterioration & failure occurring (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre showing age related cracking

Fail 13 Nov 2018 11,029 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak also rust on stanchions (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) front axle securing bolt loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive o rings in drive chain breaking up (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 11,029 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,593 miles

chain & sprockets wearing

radiator leaking

Fail 28 Mar 2012 10,593 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

chain & sprockets wearing

radiator leaking

Pass 29 Mar 2011 10,234 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 10,234 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

front tyre wearing

Pass 9 Mar 2010 9,640 miles

Nail in rear tyre

o/s/r saddle bag rubbing rear tyre

Pass 18 Mar 2009 9,381 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 8,435 miles

slight play in drive chain & chain dry

Pass 14 Mar 2007 7,078 miles

wheel alignment just in

Pass 21 Mar 2006 5,376 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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W453 MWB is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 W453 MWB, 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 W453 MWB registered?

W453 MWB is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W453 MWB safe to buy?

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