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S214 RUY

1998 Suzuki VL1500

Brown Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,899 mi
Last recorded18,899 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VL150019,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS214 RUY
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL1500
Year1998
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 18,899 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 18,115 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 17,800 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 17,780 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 17,443 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 16,739 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 16,321 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 15,748 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 14,904 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 14,711 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 14,339 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 14,323 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 13,429 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Jun 2009 12,641 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 12,641 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 12,392 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 11,936 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 11,620 miles

Nail in front tyre

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL1500?

Based on 6,671 MOT tests across 548 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
548
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
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S214 RUY is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500 in Brown with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VL1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 19,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S214 RUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki VL1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S214 RUY?

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What year was S214 RUY registered?

S214 RUY is a 1998 Suzuki VL1500, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S214 RUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S214 RUY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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