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L356 OEO

2001 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

43,119 mi
Last recorded43,119 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX40030,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL356 OEO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 43,119 miles

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 17 Nov 2017 43,117 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 41,826 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 15 Nov 2016 41,826 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 36,061 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 21 Nov 2015 36,061 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front & Rear brakes require servicing

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure Front engine mount loose (6.1.1c)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 33,191 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 31,565 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 30,927 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 30,927 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 28,652 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 26,599 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 25,020 miles

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

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 23,135 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 23,127 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 20,696 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 20,370 miles

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

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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L356 OEO is a 2001 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 30,144 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 L356 OEO, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L356 OEO registered?

L356 OEO is a 2001 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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