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D482 FBD

1987 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,709 mi
Last recorded24,709 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Suzuki VS140023,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD482 FBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 24,709 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2026 24,709 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 24,699 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 23,536 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2022 22,061 miles

Clutch dragging

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside and offside mirrors missing

Nearside fork stanchion pitted

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 22,005 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 21,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jan 2018 21,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 28,978 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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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D482 FBD is a 1987 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 23,580 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 D482 FBD, 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 39 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D482 FBD registered?

D482 FBD is a 1987 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D482 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D482 FBD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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