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P382 BRU

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Green Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,183 mi
Last recorded36,183 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP382 BRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 36,183 miles

Front mudguard corroded.

Pass 16 May 2017 36,167 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 35,792 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

clutch lever damaged

Fail 25 Nov 2015 35,792 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

clutch lever damaged

Pass 26 Nov 2014 35,647 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 35,647 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 34,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2013 34,622 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 33,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 28,935 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 23,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

battery tray bolt missing

cracking in side walls of front tyre

Pass 17 Oct 2009 19,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 14,790 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 14,355 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 13,800 miles

rear brake hose close to exhaust

rear pedal travel

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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P382 BRU is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400 in Green with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 15,020 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 P382 BRU, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P382 BRU registered?

P382 BRU is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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