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A968 FCD

1984 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,326 mi
Last recorded31,326 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2011
Typical for 1984 Suzuki GSX40031,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA968 FCD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2011 31,326 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 31,157 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 30,884 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 30,884 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 30,610 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 30,610 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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A968 FCD is a 1984 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 31,326 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 A968 FCD, 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 42 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A968 FCD registered?

A968 FCD is a 1984 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 30 May 1984.

Is A968 FCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A968 FCD shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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