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J534 BJN

1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,901 mi
Last recorded26,901 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 40030,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ534 BJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2013 26,901 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

both of the front brake braided hoses have tape on them over a small area which cannot be inspected

the anodised fittings on the front brake hoses on the calipers are affected by the road salt

the choke cable is incorrectly routed around the front fork

the front brakes are binding very slightly

the number plate is slightly smaller than normal but is readable from the required distance

the rear brake caliper service/inspection cover is incorrectly fitted

the water drain off pipe on the fuel tank is folded over

when riding the bike in and then testing the front fork operation it was found that they bottom out

Fail 11 Apr 2013 26,901 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

both of the front brake braided hoses have tape on them over a small area which cannot be inspected

the anodised fittings on the front brake hoses on the calipers are affected by the road salt

the choke cable is incorrectly routed around the front fork

the front brakes are binding very slightly

the number plate is slightly smaller than normal but is readable from the required distance

the rear brake caliper service/inspection cover is incorrectly fitted

the water drain off pipe on the fuel tank is folded over

when riding the bike in and then testing the front fork operation it was found that they bottom out

Pass 14 Jul 2012 22,649 miles

Front brake binding slighty

Fail 16 Dec 2010 26,349 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,349 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 37,067 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 35,597 miles

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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J534 BJN is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J534 BJN, 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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J534 BJN is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 8 June 1998.

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