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P57 DUK

1996 Suzuki VX800

Purple Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,055 mi
Last recorded40,055 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VX80031,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP57 DUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVX800
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2021 40,055 miles

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 40,055 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 40,055 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front bearing slightly rough

Pass 3 Feb 2018 40,055 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 40,055 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 40,055 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 40,055 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 40,055 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 38,859 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 37,460 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 35,554 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 34,994 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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P57 DUK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800 in Purple with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P57 DUK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P57 DUK registered?

P57 DUK is a 1996 Suzuki VX800, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P57 DUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P57 DUK shows 12 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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