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A811 TWN

1983 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2024
Tests33 (18 pass, 15 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

48,058 mi
Last recorded48,058 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GSX40033,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA811 TWN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 15 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2023 48,058 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2023 48,058 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 47,821 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2022 47,821 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 47,612 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 47,612 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 47,612 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 47,612 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 47,612 miles

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 47,612 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 47,612 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 47,612 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 47,612 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 47,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 Apr 2015 47,612 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 47,612 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 47,612 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 47,612 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 47,612 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 47,612 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 47,612 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2012 47,612 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2011 47,612 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 47,612 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 46,994 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 46,994 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 45,444 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 45,444 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 43,949 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 43,949 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Mar 2007 43,456 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 43,456 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 42,817 miles

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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A811 TWN is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 A811 TWN, 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 A811 TWN registered?

A811 TWN is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 2 September 1983.

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