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Y985 VMR

2001 Suzuki AN400

Black Petrol 385cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

52,630 mi
Last recorded52,630 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki AN40016,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY985 VMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN400
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine385cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 52,630 miles

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

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

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

frame very rusty.

Pass 2 Mar 2012 51,283 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 51,283 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 49,194 miles

oil leak

Fail 23 Mar 2011 49,173 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2010 48,040 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 48,032 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 43,508 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 38,955 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 38,955 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2006 32,252 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 32,252 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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Y985 VMR is a 2001 Suzuki AN400 in Black with a 385cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki AN400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 16,342 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 Y985 VMR, 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 25 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 Y985 VMR registered?

Y985 VMR is a 2001 Suzuki AN400, first registered on 11 August 2001.

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