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P986 JOV

1996 Suzuki VS600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,347 mi
Last recorded9,347 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS60018,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP986 JOV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2025 9,347 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 9,097 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 8,582 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 6,996 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 5,115 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 5,113 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 5,100 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 4,916 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 4,487 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 3,703 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 3,306 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 3,263 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2006 3,175 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 3,059 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
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P986 JOV is a 1996 Suzuki VS600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 18,115 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P986 JOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P986 JOV registered?

P986 JOV is a 1996 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P986 JOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P986 JOV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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