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P26 KPU

1996 Suzuki VS800

Purple Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,829 mi
Last recorded33,829 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS80016,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 KPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 33,829 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 33,815 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 33,749 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 33,738 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 33,378 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 32,742 miles

ULW 340KG

Pass 12 Jul 2016 31,608 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 30,916 miles

ULW 340KG

Pass 22 Jul 2014 29,356 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 28,226 miles

1450mm wide.

Below 450kg.

Pass 13 Mar 2012 28,037 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 28,018 miles

front fork seals weeping

rear brakes require adjustment

Pass 25 Jan 2010 27,432 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 20,553 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 20,108 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 19,225 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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P26 KPU is a 1996 Suzuki VS800 in Purple with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P26 KPU, 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 P26 KPU registered?

P26 KPU is a 1996 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 26 September 1996.

Is P26 KPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P26 KPU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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