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C543 NCA

1991 Suzuki GSX400

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

80,819 mi
Last recorded80,819 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GSX40031,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC543 NCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 80,819 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 80,919 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 80,386 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 78,977 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Jun 2011 78,977 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2010 77,364 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2010 77,364 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2009 75,085 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 75,085 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2007 72,583 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 72,583 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2007 72,567 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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C543 NCA is a 1991 Suzuki GSX400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 31,816 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 C543 NCA, 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 35 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C543 NCA registered?

C543 NCA is a 1991 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 23 September 1991.

Is C543 NCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C543 NCA shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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