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R487 GCG

1998 Suzuki VS1400

Maroon Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,224 mi
Last recorded24,224 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS140015,079 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 GCG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 24,224 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 23,632 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 22,139 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 21,961 miles

Headlamp has a beam corrector fitted to alter the low beam aim

Pass 3 Jun 2019 21,824 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 21,558 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 100,287 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 21,206 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 21,052 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 20,942 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 20,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2008 18,832 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 17,513 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 16,610 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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R487 GCG is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400 in Maroon with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R487 GCG, 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 R487 GCG registered?

R487 GCG is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R487 GCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R487 GCG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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