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X199 YWL

1994 Suzuki VS1400

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

13,329 mi
Last recorded13,329 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Suzuki VS140021,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX199 YWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS1400
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 13,329 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 13,329 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2025 13,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 May 2025 13,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 May 2024 11,130 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 10,918 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Mar 2023 10,918 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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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X199 YWL is a 1994 Suzuki VS1400 in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki VS1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,466 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 X199 YWL, 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 32 years old, this Suzuki VS1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X199 YWL registered?

X199 YWL is a 1994 Suzuki VS1400, first registered on 19 August 1994.

Is X199 YWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X199 YWL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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