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N768 WUP

1996 Suzuki LS650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,041 mi
Last recorded21,041 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki LS65013,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN768 WUP
MakeSuzuki
ModelLS650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 21,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 May 2026 21,041 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2024 20,061 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 5 Mar 2024 20,061 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 18,968 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned Rear reflector should be on centreline of bike. (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 18,917 miles

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

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

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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N768 WUP is a 1996 Suzuki LS650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N768 WUP, 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 N768 WUP registered?

N768 WUP is a 1996 Suzuki LS650, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N768 WUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N768 WUP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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