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P774 DCW

1997 Suzuki GSX400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

29,891 mi
Last recorded29,891 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX40027,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP774 DCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2008 29,891 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 29,891 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 27,693 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 24,643 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 24,643 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2005 23,492 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2005 23,492 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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P774 DCW is a 1997 Suzuki GSX400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 27,630 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 P774 DCW, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GSX400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P774 DCW registered?

P774 DCW is a 1997 Suzuki GSX400, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P774 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P774 DCW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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