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R383 UFJ

1998 Suzuki VS1400

Maroon Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,247 mi
Last recorded32,247 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS140015,079 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR383 UFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 32,247 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 31,965 miles

Front tyre has slight cracking in tread

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 31,144 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 30,602 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 29,432 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 28,459 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 28,459 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2017 27,808 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 26,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 25,431 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 24,125 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 23,386 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 22,123 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 18,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 16,323 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 12,848 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 12,848 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 10,799 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2005 8,647 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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R383 UFJ is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400 in Maroon with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 15,079 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 R383 UFJ, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R383 UFJ registered?

R383 UFJ is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R383 UFJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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