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TPO 87T

1978 Suzuki GS400

Silver Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,857 mi
Last recorded32,857 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS40040,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPO 87T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS400
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 32,857 miles

loose wiring inside front fairing

Pass 26 Sep 2017 32,810 miles

front and rear tyres aged

wheel spokes corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2016 32,791 miles

Aged front tyre.

Clutch lever pivot worn.

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 32,777 miles

AGE CRACKING FRONT TYRE

Clutch lever pivot worn

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 32,671 miles

Age cracking noted on front tyre sidewalls.

O/Side switch cluster slightly loose.

clutch lever pivot worn.

Pass 29 Jun 2013 32,523 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 32,510 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

front tyre flat

Pass 10 May 2011 32,184 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 32,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 32,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 31,537 miles

small amount of clearance between rear brake pedal and fairing

Pass 20 Nov 2007 31,431 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS400?

Based on 475 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Brake disc(s) excessively scored 4
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TPO 87T is a 1978 Suzuki GS400 in Silver with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 40,126 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 GS400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TPO 87T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS400 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GS400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TPO 87T registered?

TPO 87T is a 1978 Suzuki GS400, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is TPO 87T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPO 87T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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