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M417 HFT

1995 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,713 mi
Last recorded23,713 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2022
Typical for 1995 Suzuki VS140016,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM417 HFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2022 23,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp has a beam corrector fitted to alter the low beam aim.

Pass 20 Mar 2020 22,789 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Head light has a beam corrector fitted to alter the low beam aim

Fail 16 Mar 2020 22,764 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Head light has a beam corrector fitted to alter the low beam aim

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 21,584 miles

Bike is fitted with an aftermarket exhaust but is not excessively loud

Front Headlight is fitted with a low beam converter to correct beam pattern.

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 21,421 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 21,421 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 20,613 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 20,169 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 19,739 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 19,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 19,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 18,632 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 17,745 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 16,825 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 16,825 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Centre Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Offside Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Outer Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Outer Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 16,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 16,367 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 16,367 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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
Full Suzuki VS1400 reliability report

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M417 HFT is a 1995 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 16,283 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 M417 HFT, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M417 HFT registered?

M417 HFT is a 1995 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 31 March 1995.

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