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Y239 TSU

2001 Suzuki VZ800

Blue Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,444 mi
Last recorded21,444 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VZ80013,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY239 TSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 21,444 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 21,444 miles

Front Stop lamp not working front stop lamp switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect front shock has no damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect front shock has no damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake drum significantly and obviously worn rear drum adjuster wound in to excess (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Front Riders seat insecure front seat not secure at all (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm below minimum (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm below minimum (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front speedometer not connected

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

Central Rear Mudguard has hole and is is integral part of motorcycle

Pass 31 Mar 2023 17,990 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 15,825 miles

Central Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned rear wheel not aligned correctly but within allowances (2.4 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2022 15,825 miles

Central Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned rear wheel not aligned correctly but within allowances (2.4 (a))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect headlamp has LED bulb fitted causing poor beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 15,070 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 13,813 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2020 13,813 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 13,185 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 13,175 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 13,175 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 13,175 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 12,971 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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Y239 TSU is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800 in Blue with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 Y239 TSU, 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 Y239 TSU registered?

Y239 TSU is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 3 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y239 TSU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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