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L435 UVG

1997 Suzuki GSXR400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,353 mi
Last recorded7,353 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR40030,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL435 UVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 7,353 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 7,084 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 7,084 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 7,084 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 6,975 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 6,947 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 6,916 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 6,912 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR400?

Based on 2,330 MOT tests across 442 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
559
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
442
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 78
reflector on motorcycle missing 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Drive chain excessively loose 25
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L435 UVG is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,536 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 GSXR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L435 UVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L435 UVG registered?

L435 UVG is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is L435 UVG safe to buy?

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