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N531 XUX

1996 Suzuki VS800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

18,275 mi
Last recorded18,275 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS80016,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN531 XUX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 18,275 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 18,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2020 17,058 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 17,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Mar 2019 17,021 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 16,980 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 16,664 miles

Front Font Brake Level Slightly Reduced Reserve Travel.

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 16,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 May 2014 16,218 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 15,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 13,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 11,524 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 11,372 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 11,372 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 11,121 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 10,773 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 10,579 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 10,517 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 8,727 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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N531 XUX is a 1996 Suzuki VS800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VS800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 16,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N531 XUX, 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 30 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 N531 XUX registered?

N531 XUX is a 1996 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is N531 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N531 XUX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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