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P481 GUK

1996 Suzuki VX800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

43,553 mi
Last recorded43,553 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VX80031,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP481 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 43,553 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 43,552 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2024 43,130 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 42,649 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2022 42,077 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 42,069 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 41,481 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 41,178 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 40,766 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 40,766 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel rear brake pedal moving to end of stroke barely operating brake (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 40,320 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2016 39,496 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 38,660 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 35,632 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 34,581 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 34,061 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 33,268 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 32,070 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 31,860 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 30,987 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 30,987 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P481 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P481 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P481 GUK registered?

P481 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P481 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P481 GUK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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