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G738 RFV

1996 Suzuki Gsxr 400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,478 mi
Last recorded33,478 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsxr 40035,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG738 RFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 33,478 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 33,237 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 32,770 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 32,462 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2011 32,093 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 32,093 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 31,729 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 31,729 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 31,715 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 30,156 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2006 30,156 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 400?

Based on 777 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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G738 RFV is a 1996 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsxr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 35,268 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 Gsxr 400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G738 RFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G738 RFV registered?

G738 RFV is a 1996 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 1 October 1996.

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