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N218 PVL

1996 Suzuki VS600

Turquoise Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,847 mi
Last recorded37,847 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS60018,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN218 PVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 37,847 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 37,825 miles

number plate cracked

Fail 9 Aug 2018 37,822 miles

Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

number plate cracked

Pass 10 Aug 2017 36,904 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 36,904 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
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N218 PVL is a 1996 Suzuki VS600 in Turquoise with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 18,115 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 VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N218 PVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N218 PVL?

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What year was N218 PVL registered?

N218 PVL is a 1996 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 2 January 1996.

Is N218 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N218 PVL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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