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C356 NGJ

1985 Suzuki Gsxr 400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,396 mi
Last recorded37,396 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC356 NGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 37,396 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 36,835 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Outer brake pad in poor condition

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 22 May 2020 36,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Outer brake pad in poor condition

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Nov 2006 36,758 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Nov 2006 36,758 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 400?

Based on 777 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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C356 NGJ is a 1985 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr 400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C356 NGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C356 NGJ registered?

C356 NGJ is a 1985 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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