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P154 BUT

1996 Suzuki VS800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,808 mi
Last recorded19,808 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS80016,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP154 BUT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 19,808 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 19,571 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 19,571 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working number plate light (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 16 May 2019 19,355 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 17,430 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 16,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 15,867 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 15,243 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 15,243 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2014 14,077 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 13,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 May 2013 13,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 May 2009 12,844 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 12,380 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 12,148 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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P154 BUT is a 1996 Suzuki VS800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P154 BUT, 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.

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What year was P154 BUT registered?

P154 BUT is a 1996 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 11 December 1996.

Is P154 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P154 BUT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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