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W501 DWY

2000 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,543 mi
Last recorded12,543 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VZ80014,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW501 DWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 12,543 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2026 12,543 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 May 2024 12,415 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 12,154 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 12,060 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 11,614 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 11,226 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 10,525 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,371 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 10,354 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 9,752 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 9,752 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 9,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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W501 DWY is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 W501 DWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W501 DWY registered?

W501 DWY is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 12 June 2000.

Is W501 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W501 DWY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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