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P827 PHU

1996 Suzuki VS800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,607 mi
Last recorded21,607 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS80016,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP827 PHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS800
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 21,607 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 21,339 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 21,142 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 21,041 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 20,688 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 18,041 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 16,144 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 16,093 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 15,195 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 13,853 miles

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 1 Sep 2010 13,853 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 8 Sep 2009 12,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 12,878 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 11,729 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 10,719 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,943 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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P827 PHU is a 1996 Suzuki VS800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P827 PHU, 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

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What year was P827 PHU registered?

P827 PHU is a 1996 Suzuki VS800, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P827 PHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P827 PHU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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