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J196 NJR

1997 Suzuki GSF400

Orange Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,200 mi
Last recorded41,200 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF40031,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ196 NJR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 41,200 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 40,911 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 40,839 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2015 40,815 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 36,026 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 33,500 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 32,896 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 29,248 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 26,458 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 26,458 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 26,439 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 26,403 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF400?

Based on 4,073 MOT tests across 688 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
581
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
688
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 156
reflector on motorcycle missing 78
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 66
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
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J196 NJR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400 in Orange with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 31,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J196 NJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J196 NJR registered?

J196 NJR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is J196 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J196 NJR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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