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ELX 488Y

1983 Suzuki GSX400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,854 mi
Last recorded21,854 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GSX40033,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELX 488Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 21,854 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 21,561 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2016 21,251 miles

chain guard missing.

Pass 13 Aug 2012 21,175 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Oil leak

Fail 6 Aug 2012 21,174 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2011 18,822 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 17,866 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

fuel cap seal starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 May 2009 16,196 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2008 14,644 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 14,125 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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ELX 488Y is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ELX 488Y, 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 ELX 488Y registered?

ELX 488Y is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 11 July 1983.

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