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JHZ 7106

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

5,731 mi
Last recorded5,731 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHZ 7106
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2025 5,731 miles

electrical wireing tought at head stock

recomend exhaust rerouted or heat sheilding

slight play handle bar bushes

slight play u/j box out drive

Fail 19 Jun 2025 5,730 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

electrical wireing tought at headstock

recomend exhaust reroute or heat sheilding

slight play box out drive

slight play handle bar brackets

Pass 14 Jun 2024 5,662 miles

slight play box outdrive

Fail 12 Jun 2024 5,662 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working front and rears (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

slight play box outdrive

Pass 25 Jun 2015 5,518 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 5,394 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 5,028 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 4,959 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 4,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 4,856 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 4,784 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 4,627 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 4,492 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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JHZ 7106 is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 15,020 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 VS1400 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JHZ 7106, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JHZ 7106 registered?

JHZ 7106 is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is JHZ 7106 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHZ 7106 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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