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N446 VEP

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Green Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,000 mi
Last recorded37,000 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN446 VEP
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 37,000 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 36,669 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 36,502 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 36,137 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 35,771 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 35,573 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 35,476 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 34,670 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 34,670 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 33,992 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 32,659 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 29,530 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 29,530 miles

Nearside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 29,008 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 26,532 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 24,400 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 22,066 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 19,377 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 17,039 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 14,854 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 11,999 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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N446 VEP is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400 in Green with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 N446 VEP, 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 N446 VEP registered?

N446 VEP is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 4 November 1997.

Is N446 VEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N446 VEP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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