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T979 KCA

1999 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,915 mi
Last recorded23,915 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki VS140022,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT979 KCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 23,915 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 23,384 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 22,858 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 22,108 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil gator covering fork stantion (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 20,849 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 20,216 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 19,911 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 19,482 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 19,429 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 19,244 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 19,185 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 19,181 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 18,757 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 18,534 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 18,455 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 17,508 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 16,753 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 15,810 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 15,177 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 14,528 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 13,542 miles

rear brake pads low ,near 1mm limit

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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T979 KCA is a 1999 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 22,588 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 T979 KCA, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T979 KCA registered?

T979 KCA is a 1999 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 8 March 1999.

Is T979 KCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T979 KCA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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