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H790 HFJ

1997 Suzuki Gsxr 400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

50,311 mi
Last recorded50,311 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 40039,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH790 HFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2010 50,311 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 50,311 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 48,644 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Oct 2008 48,644 miles

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

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

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 19 Oct 2007 44,706 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 44,706 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2006 44,312 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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H790 HFJ is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 H790 HFJ, 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 H790 HFJ registered?

H790 HFJ is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is H790 HFJ safe to buy?

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