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T740 VKE

1999 Suzuki AN400

Black Petrol 385cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,943 mi
Last recorded15,943 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki AN40020,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT740 VKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN400
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine385cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 15,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 15,858 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 15,858 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 15,813 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2024 15,813 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 22 Jan 2022 15,796 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Beam kick up going to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing Panel beloww head lamp contacting forks on left lock (2.1.4 (e))

Brake cable corroded but not seriously weakened parking brake cable (1.1.15 (b))

Full inspection off front and rear wheel bearings not possible due to brakes binding excessively

Various panels on vehicle loose missing or damaged. None are likely to fall off

Vehicle will not run unable to carry out full inspection of exhaust system

Vehicle will not run visual inspection of fuel system unable to be fully inspected

Pass 18 Sep 2020 15,394 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 14,477 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 11,295 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 10,352 miles

Front front brake binding ever so slight

Front head lamp kick up to the of side beam deflerctor fitted

Rear brake binding ever so slightly

Pass 10 May 2016

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2015

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Oct 2012 10,350 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 10,350 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010
Fail 12 Oct 2010

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009
Pass 2 Aug 2007 5,372 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 5,372 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki AN400?

Based on 31,696 MOT tests across 2,780 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
786
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 396
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 220
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 180
wheel bearings are excessively rough 145
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T740 VKE is a 1999 Suzuki AN400 in Black with a 385cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki AN400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 20,178 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 AN400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T740 VKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AN400 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki AN400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T740 VKE registered?

T740 VKE is a 1999 Suzuki AN400, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T740 VKE safe to buy?

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