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W234 BTW

1998 Suzuki Intruder

Yellow Petrol 1462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,999 mi
Last recorded20,999 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Intruder17,165 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW234 BTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelIntruder
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,462cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 20,999 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 20,133 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 19,005 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 19,005 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working New bulb fitted (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 14,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 11,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

HEADLIGHT MASK CONVERTER FITTED

REAR BRAKE HOSE RUBBING(POOR FITTING)

Fail 12 Nov 2020 11,602 miles

Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

HEADLIGHT MASK CONVERTER FITTED

REAR BRAKE HOSE RUBBING(POOR FITTING)

Pass 31 Jul 2019 11,162 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 10,123 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 9,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 9,536 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 9,349 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 8,892 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2013 5,076 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 4,492 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2011 4,465 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 4,334 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 4,232 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 4,199 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 4,142 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

How Reliable is the Suzuki Intruder?

Based on 5,071 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
467
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Horn not working 23
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 23
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W234 BTW is a 1998 Suzuki Intruder in Yellow with a 1,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Intruder models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 17,165 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 Intruder fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W234 BTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Intruder typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Intruder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W234 BTW registered?

W234 BTW is a 1998 Suzuki Intruder, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is W234 BTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W234 BTW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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