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R140 SUT

1998 Suzuki VS1400

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,241 mi
Last recorded31,241 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS140015,079 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 SUT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2013 31,241 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 30,786 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

rear brake slightly spongy

Pass 26 Mar 2011 30,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 30,335 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 29,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 29,508 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 28,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 27,838 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R140 SUT is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 15,079 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 R140 SUT, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R140 SUT registered?

R140 SUT is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R140 SUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R140 SUT shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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