MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,018 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
How Reliable is the Suzuki VS800?
Based on 3,043 MOT tests across 333 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P438 APM is a 1996 Suzuki VS800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 P438 APM, 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 P438 APM registered?
P438 APM is a 1996 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 28 August 1996.
Is P438 APM safe to buy?
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