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N144 MDE

1996 Suzuki Intruder

Blue Petrol 1350cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,550 mi
Last recorded30,550 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Intruder17,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN144 MDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelIntruder
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,350cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 30,550 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 30,390 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 29,582 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 29,053 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2022 29,053 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 28,555 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 27,797 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front and rear tyres perished but cords not exposed

Pass 9 Feb 2019 26,988 miles

Front Tyre perished

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 26,256 miles

Front mudguard missing

Pass 10 Sep 2016 25,987 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 24,752 miles

Front mudguard stay corroded.

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 22,806 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 19,321 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 17,147 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 16,213 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,081 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 14,285 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 14,285 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 13,174 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 12,748 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 12,138 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 10,961 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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N144 MDE is a 1996 Suzuki Intruder in Blue with a 1,350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Intruder models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 17,191 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 N144 MDE, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Intruder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N144 MDE registered?

N144 MDE is a 1996 Suzuki Intruder, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N144 MDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N144 MDE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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