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J203 JOU

1997 Suzuki GSF400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,327 mi
Last recorded58,327 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF40031,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ203 JOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 58,327 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2013 57,851 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 57,851 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 57,414 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 57,236 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 56,357 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 54,852 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 51,806 miles

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2005 46,116 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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J203 JOU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J203 JOU, 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 J203 JOU registered?

J203 JOU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is J203 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J203 JOU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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