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S378 BAN

1998 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,590 mi
Last recorded19,590 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS140015,079 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS378 BAN
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2011 19,590 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 19,107 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 14,516 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2008 14,516 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 13,142 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 13,142 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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S378 BAN is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 S378 BAN, 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 S378 BAN registered?

S378 BAN is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S378 BAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S378 BAN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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