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N93 YDV

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,370 mi
Last recorded27,370 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN93 YDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 27,370 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Pillion seat slightly loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2025 27,370 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pillion seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 May 2025 26,768 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pillion seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Metal to Metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Gear Lever Bent

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2024 26,368 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 24,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned front wheel to handle bars / (2.4 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 24,443 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements border (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned front wheel to handle bars / (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 22,180 miles

Front Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Feb 2022 22,180 miles

Front Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 20,648 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 19,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2017 16,881 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 16,764 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 16,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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N93 YDV is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N93 YDV, 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 N93 YDV registered?

N93 YDV is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N93 YDV safe to buy?

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