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F391 VWK

1996 Suzuki GSX400

Yellow Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

52,296 mi
Last recorded52,296 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSX40033,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF391 VWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 52,296 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front tyre starting to perished

Fail 12 Oct 2013 52,290 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 50,608 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2012 50,532 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2011 48,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

front screen broken

Pass 24 Sep 2011 48,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front screen broken

Pass 20 Sep 2010 43,468 miles

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

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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F391 VWK is a 1996 Suzuki GSX400 in Yellow with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 33,542 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 F391 VWK, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F391 VWK registered?

F391 VWK is a 1996 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is F391 VWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F391 VWK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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