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AO02 JHE

2002 Suzuki DRZ400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Suzuki DRZ4003,402 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 JHE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

no lights fitted.only to be used in daylight hours,and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 3 Nov 2016

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 7,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

only fitted with dip beam

stop light only fitted to front brake

Fail 9 Jul 2015 7,130 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

only fitted with dip beam

stop light only fitted to front brake

Pass 21 Jun 2014 6,538 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 6,538 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 5,482 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 26 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 18 Sep 2010 26 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 3,961 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Aug 2008 3,479 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Aug 2008

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Aug 2007 2,890 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Aug 2006 2,340 miles

dfaylight use only

How Reliable is the Suzuki DRZ400?

Based on 2,234 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 39
Tyre is unsuitable 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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AO02 JHE is a 2002 Suzuki DRZ400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki DRZ400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 3,402 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 DRZ400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO02 JHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DRZ400 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki DRZ400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO02 JHE registered?

AO02 JHE is a 2002 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is AO02 JHE safe to buy?

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