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JDA 299W

1981 Suzuki GSX400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,933 mi
Last recorded50,933 miles
Recorded on1 May 2007
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GSX40032,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDA 299W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 May 2007 50,933 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

1,tyres under inflated. †2,noise in engine.

Pass 21 Jun 2005 49,374 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX400?

Based on 3,656 MOT tests across 704 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
704
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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JDA 299W is a 1981 Suzuki GSX400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 32,217 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 GSX400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JDA 299W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JDA 299W registered?

JDA 299W is a 1981 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 13 February 1981.

Is JDA 299W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDA 299W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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