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P652 PVW

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,715 mi
Last recorded29,715 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP652 PVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2015 29,715 miles

fuel cap seal perishing

Fail 11 Sep 2015 29,695 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake cable insecure broke on test (3.5.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

fuel cap seal perishing

wear in headstock bearings

Fail 26 Sep 2014 27,749 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 27,749 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 27,407 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 25,729 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 25,703 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 25,686 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 25,525 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 24,962 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 24,728 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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P652 PVW is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P652 PVW, 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 P652 PVW registered?

P652 PVW is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 10 May 1997.

Is P652 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P652 PVW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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