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D683 RJW

1987 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,888 mi
Last recorded21,888 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1987 Suzuki VS140023,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD683 RJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 21,888 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 21,742 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 20,854 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 19,848 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 19,564 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 19,564 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 19,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no direction indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 20 Jun 2014 19,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

no direction indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Jun 2010 18,647 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 18,647 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 18,375 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 18,375 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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D683 RJW is a 1987 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D683 RJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D683 RJW registered?

D683 RJW is a 1987 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D683 RJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D683 RJW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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