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E261 MNH

1988 Suzuki VS1400

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,530 mi
Last recorded40,530 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki VS140027,551 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE261 MNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 40,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2024 38,336 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 37,699 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 37,676 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 36,373 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 34,930 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS1400?

Based on 4,200 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
486
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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E261 MNH is a 1988 Suzuki VS1400 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 27,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VS1400 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E261 MNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of E261 MNH?

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What year was E261 MNH registered?

E261 MNH is a 1988 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 11 March 1988.

Is E261 MNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E261 MNH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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