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K146 XEL

1993 Suzuki VX800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,649 mi
Last recorded25,649 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 1993 Suzuki VX80039,162 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK146 XEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 25,649 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 3 Oct 2012 25,649 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 25,605 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 25,383 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 24,641 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 23,120 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,538 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 12,473 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 12,472 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

front tyre uneven wear

How Reliable is the Suzuki VX800?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 86
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
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K146 XEL is a 1993 Suzuki VX800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 39,162 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 VX800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K146 XEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VX800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K146 XEL registered?

K146 XEL is a 1993 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K146 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K146 XEL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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