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J202 BJN

1997 Suzuki GSF400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

22,396 mi
Last recorded22,396 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF40031,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ202 BJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2012 22,396 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Jun 2011 20,504 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

nearside headlamp taped up and has been disconnected

number plate, advise condition

Pass 27 Jun 2011 20,504 miles

nearside headlamp taped up and has been disconnected

number plate, advise condition

Pass 22 Jun 2010 18,890 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2010 18,890 miles

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

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))

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Fail 28 May 2009 15,687 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 15,687 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 15,314 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 22,838 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 21,746 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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J202 BJN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J202 BJN, 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 J202 BJN registered?

J202 BJN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 17 October 1997.

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