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P519 GUK

1996 Suzuki VX800

Maroon Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,199 mi
Last recorded52,199 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VX80031,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP519 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 52,199 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 52,157 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 51,974 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 51,866 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 51,758 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

handlebars slightly bent

rear brake rod slightly bent

Pass 12 Oct 2012 51,715 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 51,613 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Fail 31 Oct 2011 51,611 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 51,156 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 50,621 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 50,469 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 50,432 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 50,212 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 50,196 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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P519 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800 in Maroon with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P519 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 P519 GUK registered?

P519 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 4 December 1996.

Is P519 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P519 GUK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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