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B101 GAU

1984 Suzuki GSX400

Silver Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,743 mi
Last recorded35,743 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2009
Typical for 1984 Suzuki GSX40031,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB101 GAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2009 35,743 miles

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

front brake lever has slight travel

stop lamp not operating on front brake

Fail 21 Sep 2009 35,743 miles

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

front brake lever has slight travel

stop lamp not operating on front brake

Fail 19 Jan 2008 35,545 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 35,545 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 35,183 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 35,178 miles

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

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

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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B101 GAU is a 1984 Suzuki GSX400 in Silver with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 31,326 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 B101 GAU, 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 42 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B101 GAU registered?

B101 GAU is a 1984 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 28 August 1984.

Is B101 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B101 GAU shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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