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N221 HSF

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,760 mi
Last recorded20,760 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 HSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2025 20,760 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 20,633 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 20,122 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 18,910 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 15,777 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 15,772 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 15,712 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 15,476 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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N221 HSF is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 19,562 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 N221 HSF, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N221 HSF registered?

N221 HSF is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N221 HSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N221 HSF shows 8 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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