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P829 OBY

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Maroon Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,468 mi
Last recorded11,468 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP829 OBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 11,468 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 11,443 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 11,396 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 11,241 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 11,048 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 10,892 miles

Front slight increase in rpm when on full right lock

Pass 12 Aug 2014 10,637 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 10,631 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 10,626 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 9,680 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,555 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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P829 OBY is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400 in Maroon with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P829 OBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P829 OBY registered?

P829 OBY is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 3 June 1997.

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