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B708 VKM

1985 Suzuki GSX400

Silver Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,248 mi
Last recorded15,248 miles
Recorded on22 May 2012
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX40029,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB708 VKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2012 15,248 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 14,933 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 14,724 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

gear link is loose

offside foot brake pedal has the foot rest pushing it down

rear no plate is cracked

Fail 18 Apr 2009 13,982 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 13,982 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 12,863 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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B708 VKM is a 1985 Suzuki GSX400 in Silver with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 29,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B708 VKM, 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 41 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B708 VKM registered?

B708 VKM is a 1985 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 13 February 1985.

Is B708 VKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B708 VKM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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