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FWD 936Y

1983 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

38,185 mi
Last recorded38,185 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GSX40033,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWD 936Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 38,185 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 38,185 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 35,170 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 35,135 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,786 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 33,068 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 32,608 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 32,608 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 31,778 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 31,724 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 30,987 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 30,987 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2005 30,553 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Pass 12 Jul 2005 30,553 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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FWD 936Y is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 FWD 936Y, 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 FWD 936Y registered?

FWD 936Y is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 19 July 1983.

Is FWD 936Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWD 936Y shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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