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M78 XTM

2003 Suzuki Gsxr 400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

30,652 mi
Last recorded30,652 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM78 XTM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 30,652 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2015 30,648 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 29,981 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 29,981 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front wheel has a loose wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Fail 27 May 2011 26,918 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 27 May 2011 26,918 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 25,907 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 25,907 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 May 2008 24,810 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

drive chain slightly worn

Fail 21 May 2008 24,810 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

drive chain slightly worn

Fail 3 Apr 2007 21,464 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front disc bobbins worn

Pass 3 Apr 2007 21,464 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front disc bobbins worn

Pass 31 Mar 2006 21,112 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 400?

Based on 777 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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M78 XTM is a 2003 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr 400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M78 XTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M78 XTM is a 2003 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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