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HX51 LVD

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,790 mi
Last recorded10,790 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 LVD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 10,790 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 10,787 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 9,587 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 7,991 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 7,991 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 7,548 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 7,543 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 7,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 7,276 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 7,271 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 7,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,908 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 6,559 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 6,040 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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HX51 LVD is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HX51 LVD, 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 HX51 LVD registered?

HX51 LVD is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 6 September 2001.

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