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UWF 545Y

1983 Suzuki GSX400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,115 mi
Last recorded8,115 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GSX40033,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWF 545Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 8,115 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots in chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2024 8,104 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned chain adjust marks out of line also offside adjuster fitted incorrectly (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 8,086 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear tyre perished on sidewalls

Pass 27 Apr 2022 8,071 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear tyre perished on side wall

Pass 22 Apr 2021 8,005 miles

Nearside Rear rear tyre perishing

Pass 7 May 2019 7,947 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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UWF 545Y is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 33,582 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UWF 545Y, 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 43 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UWF 545Y registered?

UWF 545Y is a 1983 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 18 May 1983.

Is UWF 545Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWF 545Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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