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F996 AHC

1988 Suzuki LS650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

69,710 mi
Last recorded69,710 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 1988 Suzuki LS65022,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF996 AHC
MakeSuzuki
ModelLS650
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 69,710 miles

Chain guard missing Belt ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight cracking in sidewall of front tyre

Fail 20 Dec 2022 69,673 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing Belt ()

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight cracking in sidewall of front tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2021 64,943 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 63,322 miles

Chain guard missing Belt drive ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 63,322 miles

Chain guard missing Belt drive ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 56,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 48,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 48,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 40,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

drive belt guard missing

Fail 16 Oct 2017 40,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

drive belt guard missing

Pass 14 Oct 2016 30,558 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 30,558 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 3,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

drive belt guard missing

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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F996 AHC is a 1988 Suzuki LS650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki LS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 22,324 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 F996 AHC, 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 38 years old, this Suzuki LS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F996 AHC registered?

F996 AHC is a 1988 Suzuki LS650, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is F996 AHC safe to buy?

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