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SNX 234W

1981 Suzuki GN400

Silver Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,037 mi
Last recorded22,037 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GN40022,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNX 234W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGN400
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 22,037 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

No lights fitted at time of test.Vehicle should not be used outside daylight hours or at times of reduced visibility!

Fail 14 Aug 2019 22,037 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 21,939 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.Vehicle should not be used outside daylight hours or at times of reduced visibility!

Steering stiff!

Fail 14 Jul 2018 21,939 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.Vehicle should not be used outside daylight hours or at times of reduced visibility!

Steering stiff!

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 21,677 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GN400?

Based on 654 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 9
Horn not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
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SNX 234W is a 1981 Suzuki GN400 in Silver with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GN400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 22,169 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 GN400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SNX 234W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GN400 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GN400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SNX 234W registered?

SNX 234W is a 1981 Suzuki GN400, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is SNX 234W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNX 234W 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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