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CFK 739Y

1983 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,936 mi
Last recorded28,936 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GSX40033,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFK 739Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 28,936 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 28,915 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 28,915 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 28,806 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 28,705 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated corroded and leaking but not excessively noisy (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 28,544 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 28,418 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 28,418 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 28,241 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 28,241 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 27,914 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

Pass 18 Apr 2012 27,835 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

Pass 12 Apr 2011 27,213 miles

front brake binding slightly,not enough to warrant failure

gear lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 17 Apr 2010 26,214 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake binding lightly, not enough to warrant failure

gear lever pivots slightly worn

nearside mainstand mounting bolt has come loose slightly

Pass 11 Apr 2009 25,690 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 24,998 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 24,746 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 24,609 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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CFK 739Y is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 33,582 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 CFK 739Y, 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 43 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CFK 739Y registered?

CFK 739Y is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 18 March 1983.

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