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K47 EGM

1997 Suzuki GSF400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,774 mi
Last recorded75,774 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF40031,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK47 EGM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 75,774 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 75,373 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear brake pedal has reduced reserve travel

Fail 19 Oct 2013 75,360 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated (2.4A.2a(i))

Rear suspension has a modification which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear brake pedal has reduced reserve travel

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear tyre underinflated

Pass 24 Sep 2012 73,903 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 69,800 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 64,134 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 64,073 miles

Inner Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 54,478 miles

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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K47 EGM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 K47 EGM, 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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K47 EGM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 1 July 1997.

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