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BFW 520W

1980 Suzuki DR-Z400

White Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,046 mi
Last recorded16,046 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 1980 Suzuki DR-Z40015,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 520W
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2011 16,046 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 16,045 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 16,045 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 16,018 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 16,018 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400?

Based on 1,602 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Horn not working 15
Tyre is unsuitable 13
Wheel spoke excessively loose 11
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BFW 520W is a 1980 Suzuki DR-Z400 in White with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki DR-Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 15,428 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 DR-Z400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFW 520W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFW 520W registered?

BFW 520W is a 1980 Suzuki DR-Z400, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is BFW 520W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 520W shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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