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M809 FYJ

1997 Suzuki GSXR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,964 mi
Last recorded54,964 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR40030,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM809 FYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 54,964 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 52,407 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 52,362 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 51,337 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 50,735 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 20 May 2011 50,735 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 May 2010 46,666 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 46,666 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 46,657 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 46,657 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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M809 FYJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 M809 FYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M809 FYJ registered?

M809 FYJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is M809 FYJ safe to buy?

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