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N816 XHP

1996 Suzuki VS600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,982 mi
Last recorded26,982 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS60018,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN816 XHP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 26,982 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 26,952 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

protective outer on throttle cable split

Pass 12 Jul 2019 26,950 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 26,887 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 26,708 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 26,367 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 26,026 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 25,526 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 25,526 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 24,744 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 23,837 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,135 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 19,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 6 May 2008 19,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2007 17,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 12,863 miles

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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N816 XHP is a 1996 Suzuki VS600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N816 XHP, 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.

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What year was N816 XHP registered?

N816 XHP is a 1996 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N816 XHP safe to buy?

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