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H833 PHK

1996 Suzuki GSXR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

68,079 mi
Last recorded68,079 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSXR40031,831 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH833 PHK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 68,079 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2015 64,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 31 Mar 2014 59,760 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 59,760 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 50,981 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 May 2013 50,981 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 May 2012 46,343 miles

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

rear brake binds when wheel spins backwards

Fail 21 Apr 2012 46,343 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

bike only on 3 cylinders

rear brake binds when wheel spins backwards

Pass 15 Mar 2011 46,342 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

rear wheel slightly stiff when wheel turned backwards but ok turning forwards

Pass 22 Aug 2009 45,046 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

rear swing arm is worn where exhaust has rubbed

Fail 21 Aug 2009 45,046 miles

Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

rear swing arm is worn where exhaust has rubbed

Pass 28 Aug 2008 40,921 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 40,921 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 40,445 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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H833 PHK is a 1996 Suzuki GSXR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 31,831 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 H833 PHK, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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H833 PHK is a 1996 Suzuki GSXR400, first registered on 23 August 1996.

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