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E179 NOU

1997 Suzuki GSXR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,493 mi
Last recorded33,493 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR40030,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE179 NOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2016 33,493 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Chain guard insecure at rear

Number plate cracked

Fail 29 Jul 2014 33,359 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

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

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 33,359 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 33,328 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 33,223 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 33,195 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR400?

Based on 2,330 MOT tests across 442 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
559
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
442
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 78
reflector on motorcycle missing 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Drive chain excessively loose 25
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E179 NOU is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,536 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 GSXR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E179 NOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E179 NOU registered?

E179 NOU is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400, first registered on 21 July 1997.

Is E179 NOU safe to buy?

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