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FX51 SUO

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,014 mi
Last recorded13,014 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 SUO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 13,014 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 12,808 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 12,786 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2022 11,835 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 22 Nov 2021 10,833 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 10,778 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 10,778 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2019 10,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 10,651 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2018 10,651 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2014 10,649 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 10,649 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 10,333 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 10,333 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 9,088 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 9,088 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 7,123 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 5,218 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 3,006 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 2,720 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 1,964 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 1,860 miles

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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FX51 SUO is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FX51 SUO, 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 FX51 SUO registered?

FX51 SUO is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is FX51 SUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 SUO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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