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P496 FRR

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,239 mi
Last recorded26,239 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP496 FRR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 26,239 miles

Central Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 26,239 miles

Central Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 25,786 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 25,638 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 25,035 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 24,895 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 24,376 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 23,792 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,393 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 21,978 miles

FRONT BRAKE LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 20,762 miles

FRONT BRAKE LEVER HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

Pass 30 Jun 2006 19,741 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 19,741 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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
Full Suzuki VS1400 reliability report

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P496 FRR 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 P496 FRR, 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 P496 FRR registered?

P496 FRR is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P496 FRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P496 FRR 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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