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S397 WOA

1998 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,504 mi
Last recorded5,504 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS140015,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS397 WOA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2009 5,504 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 5,503 miles

Front Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 5,213 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 5,213 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 4,876 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 4,872 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

. † † † † †rear tyre tread depth near legal minimum.

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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S397 WOA is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 S397 WOA, 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 S397 WOA registered?

S397 WOA is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 30 December 1998.

Is S397 WOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S397 WOA shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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