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DX51 UUS

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

42,440 mi
Last recorded42,440 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 UUS
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 42,440 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 41,397 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 40,833 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

headlamp taped to correct kick up to the offside

Fail 27 Feb 2019 40,803 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen kick up to the offside (can be taped) (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose silencer mounting rubber worn. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 39,695 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 39,695 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s not for road use (4.1.2e)

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s not for road use (4.1.2e)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2016 39,524 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 38,108 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Nov 2014 37,026 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2014 37,023 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2013 33,951 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 30,718 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 30,709 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 27,519 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 23,516 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 23,062 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 22,686 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 22,686 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 22,434 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?

Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 450
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 248
Tyre is unsuitable 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
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DX51 UUS is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 7,862 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-Z400S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX51 UUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX51 UUS registered?

DX51 UUS is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 23 October 2001.

Is DX51 UUS safe to buy?

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