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Y472 TGC

2001 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,767 mi
Last recorded15,767 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VZ80013,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY472 TGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 15,767 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2025 14,830 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2025 14,830 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 14,821 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 14,820 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 14,059 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 13,753 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 13,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 12,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 12,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2015 12,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2014 12,154 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 11,828 miles

rear suspension slightly stiff ?

Pass 15 May 2012 11,436 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 May 2012 11,412 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 May 2010 11,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 11,209 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,144 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 10,841 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 4,385 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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Y472 TGC is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y472 TGC, 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 Y472 TGC registered?

Y472 TGC is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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