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L789 WOR

1997 Suzuki GS400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,881 mi
Last recorded65,881 miles
Recorded on10 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS40020,239 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL789 WOR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2008 65,881 miles

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

exhaust clamp slightly loose

Fail 10 May 2008 65,847 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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

exhaust clamp slightly loose

Pass 29 Jan 2007 63,771 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2005 62,049 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 62,049 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS400?

Based on 475 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Brake disc(s) excessively scored 4
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L789 WOR is a 1997 Suzuki GS400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 20,239 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 GS400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L789 WOR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS400 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GS400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L789 WOR registered?

L789 WOR is a 1997 Suzuki GS400, first registered on 24 November 1997.

Is L789 WOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L789 WOR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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