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P766 DCU

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,592 mi
Last recorded13,592 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP766 DCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 13,592 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2023 13,592 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 12,964 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 12,844 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 12,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 12,364 miles

sidewalls cracked and perished (front tire)

Pass 12 Jul 2017 11,284 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 11,284 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 10,876 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jul 2016 10,867 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 9,164 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 4,931 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 4,780 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 4,626 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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P766 DCU is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P766 DCU, 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 P766 DCU registered?

P766 DCU is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is P766 DCU safe to buy?

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