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Y949 SNB

2001 Suzuki VZ800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,759 mi
Last recorded35,759 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VZ80013,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY949 SNB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVZ800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 35,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 35,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 35,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 32,518 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 30,091 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 26,656 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 24,845 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 24,845 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2016 24,741 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 24,172 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 24,002 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 23,671 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 23,268 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 22,229 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 22,229 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 21,296 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 12,966 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 11,901 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 11,864 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2006 10,347 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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Y949 SNB 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 Y949 SNB, 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 Y949 SNB registered?

Y949 SNB is a 2001 Suzuki VZ800, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y949 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y949 SNB shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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