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J254 FVG

1998 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2011
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

48,846 mi
Last recorded48,846 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX40029,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ254 FVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2010 48,846 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 48,845 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2009 48,820 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 47,663 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 47,649 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX400?

Based on 3,656 MOT tests across 704 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
704
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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J254 FVG is a 1998 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 29,279 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 GSX400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J254 FVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J254 FVG registered?

J254 FVG is a 1998 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is J254 FVG safe to buy?

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