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P493 THS

1996 Suzuki VL800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,048 mi
Last recorded14,048 miles
Recorded on8 May 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP493 THS
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2006 14,048 miles
Fail 1 May 2006 14,048 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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P493 THS is a 1996 Suzuki VL800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P493 THS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P493 THS registered?

P493 THS is a 1996 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P493 THS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P493 THS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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