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W688 PLJ

2000 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

35,473 mi
Last recorded35,473 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki VZ80014,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW688 PLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 35,473 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 35,473 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 34,741 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 33,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 33,116 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 31,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 28,120 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2016 28,120 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 26,212 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 18 Apr 2015 26,212 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 19,450 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 19,450 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 19,397 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 18,871 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 15,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 15,824 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 12,589 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 12,326 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,383 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 9,014 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2005 7,245 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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W688 PLJ is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 W688 PLJ, 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 W688 PLJ registered?

W688 PLJ is a 2000 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 10 April 2000.

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The MOT history for W688 PLJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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