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S683 KRB

1998 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,548 mi
Last recorded22,548 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS140015,079 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS683 KRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 22,548 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 21,922 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 21,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 21,804 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 19,565 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 16,731 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 15,302 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 11,705 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,698 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 11,696 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)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2014 11,423 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 10,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 9,653 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 9,090 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 9,090 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 9,066 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 8,853 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 8,805 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 6,750 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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S683 KRB is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S683 KRB, 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 S683 KRB registered?

S683 KRB is a 1998 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S683 KRB safe to buy?

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