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A504 DPJ

1983 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

39,861 mi
Last recorded39,861 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2021
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GSX40033,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA504 DPJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2021 39,861 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 39,861 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 39,861 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 39,861 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 39,861 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2016 39,851 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 39,851 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 39,842 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 39,664 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 39,664 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2008 39,660 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 39,660 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 19 Jul 2007 39,585 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 39,585 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 39,209 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 39,047 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 39,037 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX400?

Based on 3,656 MOT tests across 704 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
704
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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A504 DPJ is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 33,582 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 GSX400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A504 DPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A504 DPJ registered?

A504 DPJ is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A504 DPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A504 DPJ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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