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P602 YAE

1996 Suzuki GSF400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,295 mi
Last recorded23,295 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF40028,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP602 YAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 23,295 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 22,964 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 22,941 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 21,523 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 20,360 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 20,360 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 18,199 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 17,503 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 17,503 miles

Nearside Rear Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Rear Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 5 Sep 2012 17,478 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

excessive play swinging arm bushes

Pass 6 Aug 2011 14,814 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 14,808 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 14,803 miles

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 14,413 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 13,476 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 12,585 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF400?

Based on 4,073 MOT tests across 688 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
581
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
688
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 156
reflector on motorcycle missing 78
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 66
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
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P602 YAE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 28,009 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 GSF400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P602 YAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GSF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P602 YAE registered?

P602 YAE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF400, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P602 YAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P602 YAE shows 16 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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