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K157 PGN

1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,749 mi
Last recorded23,749 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 40030,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK157 PGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 23,749 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 22,794 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 20,416 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 18,879 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 18,879 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 18,874 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 16,074 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 16,074 miles

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

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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K157 PGN is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 30,776 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 K157 PGN, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K157 PGN registered?

K157 PGN is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr 400, first registered on 8 December 1998.

Is K157 PGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K157 PGN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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