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Black · Petrol · 1998 · 498 cc

S39 LJUMOT history

S39 LJU is a black petrol Suzuki first used on 1 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 24,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2023
Mileage
24,102 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2022
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S39 LJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S39 LJU was last recorded at 24,102 miles on 13 Sept 2022, 111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 May 2014: 22,457 miles, lower than 42,132 miles on 3 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
23,991 miles · 20 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 24,102 miles
  • 2021 – 23,991 miles
  • 2017 – 23,957 miles
  • 2016 – 23,055 miles
  • 2015 – 23,014 miles
  • 2014 – 22,457 miles
  • 2013 – 42,132 miles
  • 2012 – 42,050 miles
  • 2011 – 41,525 miles
  • 2008 – 41,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,102 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect border line pass (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryStrong fuel odour no leak detected

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008

  • Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,102 miles (+111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    24,102 miles
    Test number
    667806653841
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect border line pass (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryStrong fuel odour no leak detected

  2. Pass23,991 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    23,991 miles
    Test number
    590957530623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass23,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    23,957 miles
    Test number
    841898937113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail23,957 miles (+902)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,957 miles
    Test number
    542504243742
    • Repaired at testFront Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

  5. Pass23,055 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    23,055 miles
    Test number
    947585009290
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting nut missing

  6. Pass23,014 miles (+557)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    23,014 miles
    Test number
    648835535179
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass22,457 miles (-19,675)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    22,457 miles
    Test number
    295218944136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass42,132 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,132 miles
    Test number
    207374283493
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  9. Fail42,131 miles (+81)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,131 miles
    Test number
    239663583175
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  10. Fail42,050 miles2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,050 miles
    Test number
    576844422288
    • Repaired at testBrake lever insecure (3.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • NoteCut in rear tyre

  11. Pass42,050 miles (+525)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,050 miles
    Test number
    766644622289
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • NoteCut in rear tyre

  12. Pass41,525 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,525 miles
    Test number
    986003251271
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass41,442 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,442 miles
    Test number
    370721918316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,440 miles (+3)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,440 miles
    Test number
    633996098267
    • FailureFront shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureWheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

  15. Fail41,437 miles (+6)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,437 miles
    Test number
    182475098293
    • FailureLocking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
    • FailureRegistration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)
    • FailureWheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

  16. Fail41,431 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,431 miles
    Test number
    743441298224
    • FailureFront wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)
    • FailureLocking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
    • FailureWheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Questions about S39 LJU

Does S39 LJU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S39 LJU expired on 19 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S39 LJU?
The MOT on S39 LJU expired on 19 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S39 LJU done?
S39 LJU was recorded at 24,102 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2022.
Has S39 LJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S39 LJU has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on S39 LJU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S39 LJU find?
S39 LJU passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal; rear shock absorber has a reduced damping effect border line pass; strong fuel odour no leak detected.

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