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J59 JOU

1997 Suzuki GSF400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,996 mi
Last recorded50,996 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF40031,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ59 JOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 50,996 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

corrosion to rear frame

non standard rear reflector fitted

Pass 31 May 2012 47,755 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2012 47,755 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 43,621 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

drive chain ill fitting

Fail 23 Apr 2009 43,554 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Mar 2009 43,467 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2008 40,743 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2008 40,743 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 40,743 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 40,743 miles

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.

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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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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