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P614 BTA

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

30,055 mi
Last recorded30,055 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP614 BTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 30,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2017 29,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no number plate light fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2016 28,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2014 28,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 17 May 2014 28,225 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 26,794 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake pipe top union slightly corroded

Fail 2 Mar 2012 26,183 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake pipe top union slightly corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2011 25,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2011 25,600 miles

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

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 24,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jan 2010 24,815 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 24,336 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 24,329 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 24,068 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 24,068 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 22,279 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
Full Suzuki VS1400 reliability report

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P614 BTA is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 P614 BTA, 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 P614 BTA registered?

P614 BTA is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 2 November 1996.

Is P614 BTA safe to buy?

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