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N989 CKN

1996 Suzuki VS600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,042 mi
Last recorded5,042 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS60018,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN989 CKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 5,042 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2025 5,042 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front brake switch cleaned (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 4,323 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 4,297 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 4,297 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect LHD lamp fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 4,273 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 4,047 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 3,285 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 3,051 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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N989 CKN is a 1996 Suzuki VS600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N989 CKN, 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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How do I check the history of N989 CKN?

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What year was N989 CKN registered?

N989 CKN is a 1996 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 30 March 1996.

Is N989 CKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N989 CKN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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