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J698 GGO

1997 Suzuki GSF400

Grey Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,114 mi
Last recorded32,114 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF40031,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ698 GGO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2009 32,114 miles

Front & Rear Tyres Badly Mis-Matched.

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2009 32,114 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front & Rear Tyres Badly Mis-Matched.

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 31,390 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 26,543 miles

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

Rear tyre has been repaired (plugged).

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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J698 GGO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400 in Grey with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J698 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 J698 GGO registered?

J698 GGO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 9 June 1997.

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