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FE51 XSG

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,228 mi
Last recorded16,228 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 XSG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 16,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 16,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 15,739 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 15,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 14,680 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 14,591 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 14,571 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 14,473 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 1,406 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 13,392 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 12,087 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 10,443 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,748 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 7,668 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 6,383 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 6,382 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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 XSG is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XSG, 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 XSG registered?

FE51 XSG is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is FE51 XSG safe to buy?

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