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J753 SWL

1997 Suzuki GSXR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,336 mi
Last recorded51,336 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR40030,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ753 SWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2010 51,336 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 48,062 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 18,062 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 42,600 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 42,557 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 36,368 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR400?

Based on 2,330 MOT tests across 442 vehicles.

76.8%
Pass Rate
559
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
442
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 78
reflector on motorcycle missing 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
Drive chain excessively loose 25
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J753 SWL is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,536 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 GSXR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J753 SWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J753 SWL registered?

J753 SWL is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR400, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is J753 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J753 SWL 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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