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P850 JKN

1996 Suzuki LS650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,979 mi
Last recorded2,979 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki LS65013,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP850 JKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelLS650
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 2,979 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 2,979 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2014 31,166 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 28,155 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 26 May 2009 24,951 miles

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

front tyre sidewalls perished

gear linkage locknut insecure

wheels slightly out of alignment

Pass 6 May 2008 24,546 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 23,917 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2006 23,350 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki LS650?

Based on 3,023 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
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P850 JKN is a 1996 Suzuki LS650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki LS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 13,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki LS650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P850 JKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki LS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki LS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P850 JKN registered?

P850 JKN is a 1996 Suzuki LS650, first registered on 19 December 1996.

Is P850 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P850 JKN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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