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J688 CYU

1992 Suzuki VS800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,454 mi
Last recorded20,454 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1992 Suzuki VS80020,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ688 CYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 20,454 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 19,177 miles

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 19,177 miles

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

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 19,038 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 19,032 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 17,838 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 15,604 miles

Front tyre very poor condition perished replace soon

small engine oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2017 14,567 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 13,884 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 13,862 miles

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

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

no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 4 Dec 2014 13,862 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Nov 2013 13,128 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 13,128 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 12,236 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 11,188 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS800?

Based on 3,043 MOT tests across 333 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
407
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
333
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Horn not working 13
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J688 CYU is a 1992 Suzuki VS800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki VS800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 20,850 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 VS800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J688 CYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS800 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Suzuki VS800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J688 CYU registered?

J688 CYU is a 1992 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 14 January 1992.

Is J688 CYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J688 CYU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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