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P422 AJT

1997 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,041 mi
Last recorded18,041 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS140015,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP422 AJT
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2009 18,041 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 17,278 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 16,079 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 15,032 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 15,007 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 13,164 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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P422 AJT is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P422 AJT, 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 P422 AJT registered?

P422 AJT is a 1997 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is P422 AJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P422 AJT shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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