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Y461 NVW

1997 Suzuki Intruder

Blue Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,316 mi
Last recorded47,316 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Intruder18,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY461 NVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelIntruder
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 47,316 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 46,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Front brake lever not smooth in operation

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Both front and rear flashing too fast (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 46,236 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 46,210 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 45,409 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 44,350 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 44,318 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 43,149 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 40,050 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 36,522 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 33,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,870 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 25,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2012 21,708 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 16,711 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 13,140 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 9,703 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 7,627 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 5,464 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Intruder?

Based on 5,071 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
467
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Horn not working 23
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 23
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Y461 NVW is a 1997 Suzuki Intruder in Blue with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Intruder models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 18,942 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Intruder fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y461 NVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Intruder typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Intruder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y461 NVW registered?

Y461 NVW is a 1997 Suzuki Intruder, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is Y461 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y461 NVW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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