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H487 FNV

1997 Suzuki Gsxr 400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,693 mi
Last recorded38,693 miles
Recorded on18 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 40039,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH487 FNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2008 38,693 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 37,674 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 37,674 miles

Centre Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 36,744 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 400?

Based on 777 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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H487 FNV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 39,780 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 Gsxr 400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H487 FNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H487 FNV registered?

H487 FNV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 24 July 1997.

Is H487 FNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H487 FNV shows 4 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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