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N331 BLV

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

32,661 mi
Last recorded32,661 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN331 BLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 32,661 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 30,061 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 28,295 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 266,127 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 21,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 19,300 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,408 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 18,039 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2014 17,650 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 17,398 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 17,392 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2012 17,371 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 121,692 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2010 16,982 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2009 16,869 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 May 2008 16,719 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 May 2008 16,719 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 16,304 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2007 16,304 miles

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

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 15,565 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 15,565 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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N331 BLV is a 1996 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 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 N331 BLV, 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 N331 BLV registered?

N331 BLV is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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