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J512 NJR

1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,654 mi
Last recorded46,654 miles
Recorded on7 May 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 40030,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ512 NJR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2010 46,654 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2009 41,815 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2008 40,224 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 37,501 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2005 37,473 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2005 37,473 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 400?

Based on 777 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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J512 NJR is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 30,776 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 Gsxr 400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J512 NJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J512 NJR registered?

J512 NJR is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is J512 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J512 NJR shows 6 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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