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K172 VKR

2001 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

30,257 mi
Last recorded30,257 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VS140018,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK172 VKR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 30,257 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 30,255 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 30,255 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2016 30,229 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front tyre perished

Pass 15 Jul 2011 30,126 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 30,126 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 May 2010 29,495 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear brake master cyl weaping

Fail 27 Apr 2010 29,444 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear brake master cyl weaping

Pass 13 Feb 2009 28,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 May 2007 28,115 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 27,066 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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K172 VKR is a 2001 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 18,217 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 K172 VKR, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K172 VKR registered?

K172 VKR is a 2001 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is K172 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K172 VKR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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