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N797 CJK

1996 Suzuki VX800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,973 mi
Last recorded33,973 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VX80031,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN797 CJK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 33,973 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2023 33,973 miles

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

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 31,855 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 31,724 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 31,705 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 31,573 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 May 2018 31,131 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 31,131 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 30,493 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 30,230 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 30,002 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 29,850 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 29,592 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 29,158 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 24,570 miles

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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N797 CJK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VX800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 31,240 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 N797 CJK, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki VX800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N797 CJK registered?

N797 CJK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 10 July 1996.

Is N797 CJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N797 CJK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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