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C171 NGJ

1996 Suzuki LS650

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,908 mi
Last recorded49,908 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki LS65013,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC171 NGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelLS650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2015 49,908 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 49,908 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 46,100 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 41,295 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2013 41,295 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 36,228 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 29,067 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 29,029 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 28,877 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 28,691 miles

front brake slightley spongey

How Reliable is the Suzuki LS650?

Based on 3,023 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
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C171 NGJ is a 1996 Suzuki LS650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki LS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 13,400 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 LS650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C171 NGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki LS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki LS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C171 NGJ registered?

C171 NGJ is a 1996 Suzuki LS650, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is C171 NGJ safe to buy?

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