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P262 VTY

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

54,415 mi
Last recorded54,415 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP262 VTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 54,415 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 54,415 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2023 54,380 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2022 54,373 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 54,292 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 52,983 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 51,681 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 50,609 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 48,741 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 48,741 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 46,667 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 45,134 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 45,134 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 43,894 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 42,946 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 41,427 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 39,778 miles

front mudguard showing signs of corrosion.

nail in rear tyre.

Pass 12 Mar 2009 37,575 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 37,575 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 37,575 miles

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 37,575 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 37,575 miles

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

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
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P262 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 P262 VTY, 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 P262 VTY registered?

P262 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 9 November 1996.

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