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P863 KOT

1996 Suzuki LS650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,452 mi
Last recorded16,452 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Suzuki LS65013,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP863 KOT
MakeSuzuki
ModelLS650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2011 16,452 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre has small cut all the way around

Pass 15 Sep 2009 15,545 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 15,539 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,948 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 13,878 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 12,840 miles

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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P863 KOT is a 1996 Suzuki LS650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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 P863 KOT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P863 KOT registered?

P863 KOT is a 1996 Suzuki LS650, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P863 KOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P863 KOT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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