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P449 GUK

1996 Suzuki VX800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,516 mi
Last recorded23,516 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VX80031,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP449 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2011 23,516 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 23,516 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 18,628 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 14,064 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2008 8,328 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 3,405 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VX800?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 86
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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P449 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 31,240 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 VX800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P449 GUK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VX800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P449 GUK registered?

P449 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P449 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P449 GUK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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