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DX56 BDO

2006 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

8,616 mi
Last recorded8,616 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki VS14009,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 BDO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 8,616 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 8,595 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 8,478 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 8,478 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 8,269 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 7,930 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 7,906 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 7,784 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working When front brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component likely to become detached Prop shaft rear securing bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2019 6,540 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 4,662 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 4,237 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 33,971 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 2,782 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 2,497 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 2,395 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 2,110 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 2,110 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 1,918 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 1,818 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 1,803 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 1,280 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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DX56 BDO is a 2006 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 9,946 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 DX56 BDO, 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 20 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 DX56 BDO registered?

DX56 BDO is a 2006 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DX56 BDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 BDO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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