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P970 MLK

1996 Suzuki VS1400

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,282 mi
Last recorded26,282 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki VS140019,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 MLK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 26,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 26,282 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2015 26,024 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 25,932 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 25,809 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 25,286 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 24,217 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 24,217 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 24,208 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 23,747 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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P970 MLK is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P970 MLK, 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 P970 MLK registered?

P970 MLK is a 1996 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 25 September 1996.

Is P970 MLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P970 MLK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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