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R917 FNH

1998 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,899 mi
Last recorded35,899 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS140015,079 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR917 FNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 35,899 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 34,651 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

gear lever assy worn

Pass 14 Aug 2023 34,640 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 34,574 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 33,112 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 32,570 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 29,485 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 27,999 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 25,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 23,661 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 21,665 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,757 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 17,114 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 14,830 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 14,830 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 13,847 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 13,847 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 12,947 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,439 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 12,235 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 8,001 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 7,495 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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R917 FNH is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R917 FNH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R917 FNH registered?

R917 FNH is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R917 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R917 FNH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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