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N486 DJA

1997 Suzuki GSX400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,550 mi
Last recorded13,550 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX40027,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN486 DJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 13,550 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 13,549 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 13,210 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

fuel tank shows signs of earlier leak

score in offside fork leg stanchion

Fail 13 Jun 2011 13,200 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

n/s/f lower yoke fouling against radiator at full lock

Pass 25 Jun 2010 8,602 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 8,599 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 8,231 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX400?

Based on 3,656 MOT tests across 704 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
704
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 52
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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N486 DJA is a 1997 Suzuki GSX400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 27,630 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 GSX400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N486 DJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N486 DJA registered?

N486 DJA is a 1997 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is N486 DJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N486 DJA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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