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FE51 WGZ

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

724 mi
Last recorded724 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 WGZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 724 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2025 724 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 1 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2024 1 miles

Stop lamp not working when rear brake is applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2016 10,429 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 10,429 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2012 10,429 miles

Advise rear brake has slight bind

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2012 10,429 miles

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

Advise rear brake has slight bind

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 10,429 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 10,429 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 93,553 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 7,498 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 7,498 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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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FE51 WGZ is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FE51 WGZ, 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 FE51 WGZ registered?

FE51 WGZ is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 25 September 2001.

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