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B317 FBB

1984 Suzuki GSX400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,839 mi
Last recorded29,839 miles
Recorded on21 May 2011
Typical for 1984 Suzuki GSX40031,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB317 FBB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2011 29,839 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear mudguard loose

Fail 28 Jan 2011 29,794 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

head light beam pattern poor

rear tyre has cracks in side wall

Fail 26 Mar 2007 29,398 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 29,398 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 26,439 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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B317 FBB is a 1984 Suzuki GSX400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 B317 FBB, 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.

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What year was B317 FBB registered?

B317 FBB is a 1984 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 10 September 1984.

Is B317 FBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B317 FBB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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