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P728 VAM

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,829 mi
Last recorded16,829 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP728 VAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 16,829 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 15,215 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 14,609 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2015 14,345 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 14,345 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 13,964 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 13,189 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 13,189 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 12,631 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 11,898 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 11,461 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 10,512 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 9,200 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 8,155 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 8,739 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2005 6,988 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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P728 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P728 VAM, 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 P728 VAM registered?

P728 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P728 VAM safe to buy?

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