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G52 TGC

2001 Suzuki GSX400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

38,065 mi
Last recorded38,065 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX40030,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG52 TGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2019 38,065 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 37,583 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 37,580 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2016 33,096 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2016 33,096 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 31,965 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 31,819 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2013 31,813 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 31,172 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 31,168 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 30,779 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 27,053 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 24,766 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 24,348 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 14 Oct 2006 24,348 miles

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

l/h/s handlebar grip loose

Fail 10 Oct 2005 22,314 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 22,314 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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G52 TGC is a 2001 Suzuki GSX400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 30,144 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 G52 TGC, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G52 TGC registered?

G52 TGC is a 2001 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is G52 TGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G52 TGC shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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