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P23 LLY

1996 Suzuki VS800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

12,347 mi
Last recorded12,347 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS80016,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP23 LLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 12,347 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 12,312 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 12,310 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 12,259 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 11,958 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 11,397 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 11,162 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 10,942 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 10,812 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 10,631 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 10,337 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 10,151 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 9,398 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 9,069 miles

Offside Front Upper Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

front tyre starting to crack.

Pass 4 Mar 2011 9,069 miles

front tyre starting to crack.

Pass 3 Mar 2010 4,988 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 15,944 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 4,976 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 4,187 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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P23 LLY is a 1996 Suzuki VS800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P23 LLY, 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 P23 LLY registered?

P23 LLY is a 1996 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P23 LLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P23 LLY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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