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HOR 809X

1982 Suzuki GN400

Silver Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

10 mi
Last recorded10 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GN40021,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOR 809X
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN400
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2020 10 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen No pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Black (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced Main rear position and brake light reversed in its operation, causing reduced visibility to stop lamp operation. (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly Main switch gear loose (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Chain guard missing

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front and rear mudguards missing

Gear lever splines worn.

Indicator switch insecure Slightly loose on handlebar. (4.4.2 (a) (i))

No indicators fitted.

Rear subframe modified.

Fail 4 Jul 2016 3 miles

Front suspension has a modification which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. mudguard removed. no bracing. (2.3.8)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain link wrong way round (6.2.1h)

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Stop lamp obscured (1.3.1c)

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 19 Mar 2014 32,400 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 32,175 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 31,970 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 31,970 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 31,673 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 31,661 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 30,633 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 30,633 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 30,481 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 30,444 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 29,544 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 29,537 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN400?

Based on 654 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 9
Horn not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
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HOR 809X is a 1982 Suzuki GN400 in Silver with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GN400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 21,957 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 GN400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HOR 809X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN400 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Suzuki GN400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HOR 809X registered?

HOR 809X is a 1982 Suzuki GN400, first registered on 13 July 1982.

Is HOR 809X safe to buy?

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