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P495 HEO

1996 Suzuki VS800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,575 mi
Last recorded19,575 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS80016,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP495 HEO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2026 19,575 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 19,555 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 19,046 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 18,772 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 17,638 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 16,828 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 16,001 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 14,781 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 13,520 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 12,961 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 12,270 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 11,777 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 10,641 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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P495 HEO is a 1996 Suzuki VS800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P495 HEO, 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

How do I check the history of P495 HEO?

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What year was P495 HEO registered?

P495 HEO is a 1996 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 6 December 1996.

Is P495 HEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P495 HEO shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P495 HEO have outstanding finance?

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