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Y157 UCC

2001 Suzuki VZ800

Red Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,495 mi
Last recorded14,495 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VZ80013,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY157 UCC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 14,495 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 14,495 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2024 14,256 miles

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 13,665 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 13,376 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 13,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 12,840 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 12,266 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 12,266 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 11,559 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 11,301 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 10,777 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 10,327 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 9,471 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 8,643 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 7,342 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 7,260 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 7,056 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 7,016 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 6,853 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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Y157 UCC is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800 in Red with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 Y157 UCC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y157 UCC registered?

Y157 UCC is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y157 UCC safe to buy?

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