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A685 YGF

1996 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,132 mi
Last recorded48,132 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSX40033,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA685 YGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 48,132 miles

no lights

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

daylight hours only

Pass 4 Jul 2013 47,949 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 47,939 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Centre Front Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 110,009 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 13 Mar 2012 47,581 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Mar 2012 47,542 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 46,371 miles

Chain guard missing

High beam warning light lens missing. Speedometer fitted but not working. Front brake light switch inoperative but bike older than 1/4/1986.

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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A685 YGF is a 1996 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 33,542 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 A685 YGF, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A685 YGF registered?

A685 YGF is a 1996 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 3 July 1996.

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