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L269 PSC

1997 Suzuki GSX400

Grey Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,937 mi
Last recorded21,937 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX40027,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL269 PSC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2009 21,937 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2009 21,937 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2008 21,937 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 21,937 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 19,906 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 19,624 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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L269 PSC is a 1997 Suzuki GSX400 in Grey with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 27,630 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 L269 PSC, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L269 PSC registered?

L269 PSC is a 1997 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 15 July 1997.

Is L269 PSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L269 PSC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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