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P430 GUK

1996 Suzuki VS600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,862 mi
Last recorded11,862 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS60018,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP430 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 11,862 miles

Central Rear Exhaust noisy Aftermarket exhaust silencers (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 11,860 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 11,439 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 11,424 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 10,291 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 8,660 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 7,959 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 6,402 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 5,515 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 4,591 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 2,480 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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P430 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki VS600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P430 GUK, 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

How do I check the history of P430 GUK?

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What year was P430 GUK registered?

P430 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P430 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P430 GUK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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