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N197 LEX

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,123 mi
Last recorded23,123 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2009
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN197 LEX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2009 23,123 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 23,113 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 22,292 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 21,722 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 20,354 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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N197 LEX is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 19,562 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 N197 LEX, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N197 LEX registered?

N197 LEX is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N197 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N197 LEX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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