MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,996 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
corrosion to rear frame
non standard rear reflector fitted
clutch lever damaged
front brake fluid at minimum level
nearside front indicator secured with tapee
rear brake disc slightly distorted
rear brake pads worn thin
rear shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
clutch lever damaged
front brake fluid at minimum level
nearside front indicator secured with tapee
rear brake disc slightly distorted
rear brake pads worn thin
rear shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
drive chain ill fitting
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Oil leak
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF400?
Based on 4,073 MOT tests across 688 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J59 JOU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 J59 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 J59 JOU registered?
J59 JOU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 1 April 1997.
Is J59 JOU safe to buy?
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