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B550 VDE

1984 Suzuki GSX400

Green Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,695 mi
Last recorded40,695 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2011
Typical for 1984 Suzuki GSX40031,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB550 VDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2011 40,695 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2010 40,683 miles

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

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

Rear Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

split pin missing from bolt securing front of rear brake reaction arm

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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B550 VDE is a 1984 Suzuki GSX400 in Green with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 B550 VDE, 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 B550 VDE registered?

B550 VDE is a 1984 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 21 September 1984.

Is B550 VDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B550 VDE shows 2 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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