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J604 GGO

1997 Suzuki GSF400

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

57,498 mi
Last recorded57,498 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF40031,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ604 GGO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 57,498 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 57,498 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2013 45,008 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 45,008 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fail 7 Apr 2012 44,946 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 44,946 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 44,397 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

shock linkage corroding

swinging arm corroding

Fail 17 Aug 2011 44,397 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Chain guard missing

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

swinging arm corroding

Pass 8 Apr 2010 42,587 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 40,186 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 38,992 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 38,603 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 38,603 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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J604 GGO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 J604 GGO, 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 J604 GGO registered?

J604 GGO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 21 March 1997.

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