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F784 THW

1988 Suzuki VS1400

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,515 mi
Last recorded25,515 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1988 Suzuki VS140027,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF784 THW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 25,515 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 25,515 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 May 2016 24,491 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 22,925 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 21,263 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 20,599 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 18,958 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 15,449 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 15,389 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 13,869 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 13,859 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder severely damaged (3.2.B1b)

Pass 13 May 2006 12,341 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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F784 THW is a 1988 Suzuki VS1400 in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F784 THW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F784 THW registered?

F784 THW is a 1988 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is F784 THW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F784 THW shows 12 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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