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WK51 CLZ

2001 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,781 mi
Last recorded46,781 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VZ80013,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK51 CLZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 46,781 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 46,781 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Switch broken. (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 May 2023 46,389 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 24 May 2023 46,389 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 46,202 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 45,294 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 43,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2016 43,581 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 40,553 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 38,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 37,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre has small cut in sidewall

Pass 4 Jun 2010 34,239 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 31,513 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 31,513 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 May 2008 29,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 25,429 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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WK51 CLZ is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VZ800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 13,966 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 WK51 CLZ, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VZ800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK51 CLZ registered?

WK51 CLZ is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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