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N638 SBC

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Turquoise Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,361 mi
Last recorded9,361 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2005
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN638 SBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2005 9,361 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2005 9,342 miles

Centre Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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N638 SBC is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400 in Turquoise with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 N638 SBC, 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.

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What year was N638 SBC registered?

N638 SBC is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 2 April 1996.

Is N638 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N638 SBC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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