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G78 SBD

1997 Suzuki GSXR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,340 mi
Last recorded24,340 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR40030,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG78 SBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 24,340 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted at the time of test

Pass 6 Jun 2020 24,049 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2014 23,903 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 23,468 miles

Front right hand position lamp not working

Fail 1 Dec 2012 23,468 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front right hand position lamp not working

Pass 9 Dec 2011 22,615 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear tyre valve?

Fail 8 Dec 2011 22,615 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear tyre valve?

Pass 28 Jun 2008 22,025 miles

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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G78 SBD is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G78 SBD, 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 G78 SBD registered?

G78 SBD is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is G78 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G78 SBD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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