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L984 RGW

1997 Suzuki GSXR400

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,461 mi
Last recorded42,461 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR40030,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL984 RGW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR400
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2010 42,461 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 41,610 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 41,078 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 41,078 miles

Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2007 40,886 miles

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

only one side light illuminates when switched on

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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L984 RGW is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L984 RGW, 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 L984 RGW registered?

L984 RGW is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is L984 RGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L984 RGW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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