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V78 DSL

1999 Suzuki AN400

Black Petrol 385cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,002 mi
Last recorded35,002 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki AN40020,178 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV78 DSL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN400
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine385cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2018 35,002 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 31,913 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 31,858 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,463 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 31,060 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 30,683 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 29,869 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,037 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 27,683 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 25,996 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 25,277 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 23,111 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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V78 DSL is a 1999 Suzuki AN400 in Black with a 385cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V78 DSL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V78 DSL registered?

V78 DSL is a 1999 Suzuki AN400, first registered on 19 November 1999.

Is V78 DSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V78 DSL shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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