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P53 DUK

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,432 mi
Last recorded10,432 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP53 DUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2021 10,432 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 9,724 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 8,880 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 8,849 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 8,756 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

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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P53 DUK is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P53 DUK, 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 P53 DUK registered?

P53 DUK is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P53 DUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P53 DUK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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