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L281 FPY

1993 Suzuki GSF400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

46,558 mi
Last recorded46,558 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GSF40025,774 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL281 FPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 46,558 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jun 2025 46,545 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 46,834 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2024 46,371 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 46,031 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 45,566 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 45,552 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 45,535 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 44,205 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 43,097 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 41,959 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 40,149 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 40,149 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 38,423 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 36,990 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 35,949 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 35,949 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 13 Dec 2011 34,416 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 34,416 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 31,454 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 29,434 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 27,492 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 27,492 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 25,485 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 22,020 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 19,239 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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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L281 FPY is a 1993 Suzuki GSF400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki GSF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 25,774 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 L281 FPY, 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 33 years old, this Suzuki GSF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L281 FPY registered?

L281 FPY is a 1993 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 12 August 1993.

Is L281 FPY safe to buy?

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