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SOR 198S

1978 Suzuki GS400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,261 mi
Last recorded13,261 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2005
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS40040,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 198S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS400
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2005 13,261 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 13,261 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS400?

Based on 475 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Brake disc(s) excessively scored 4
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SOR 198S is a 1978 Suzuki GS400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 40,126 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 GS400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SOR 198S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS400 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SOR 198S?

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What year was SOR 198S registered?

SOR 198S is a 1978 Suzuki GS400, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is SOR 198S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOR 198S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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