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LJ51 ZPM

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

10,252 mi
Last recorded10,252 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 ZPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 10,252 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2022 10,252 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 9,400 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 8,527 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 8,527 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 8,239 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2019 8,239 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 7,480 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 6,694 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 5,690 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2016 5,690 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 4,919 miles

number plate slightly deteriating not liable to be misread

Pass 3 Mar 2014 4,905 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 4,905 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 4,393 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 3,976 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 3,878 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Oct 2006 3,617 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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LJ51 ZPM is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LJ51 ZPM, 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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LJ51 ZPM is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 27 October 2001.

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