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J987 HMB

1992 Suzuki Gsxr 400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2014
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,484 mi
Last recorded50,484 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ987 HMB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 50,484 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 50,484 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 45,946 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 45,946 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 45,946 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 45,946 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 45,946 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2009 45,946 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2008 45,218 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 45,218 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 4,449 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 44,445 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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J987 HMB is a 1992 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J987 HMB, 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 34 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J987 HMB registered?

J987 HMB is a 1992 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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