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LK51 NMY

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

32,330 mi
Last recorded32,330 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 NMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 32,330 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 32,029 miles
Fail 9 May 2025 32,029 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 31,535 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 31,156 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 30,383 miles

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

Fail 19 Mar 2022 30,342 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 29,812 miles

Rear brake master cylinder is opaque - unable to check level

Pass 31 Jul 2019 29,225 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 28,910 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 28,077 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 27,395 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2016 27,395 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 26,163 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 24,615 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing

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

Pass 17 May 2013 23,823 miles

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

Tank seal slight perishing.

Pass 21 Mar 2012 23,456 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 21,829 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 21,829 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 19,999 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 1,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Feb 2009 1,779 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 12,081 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 7,149 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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LK51 NMY is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LK51 NMY, 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 LK51 NMY registered?

LK51 NMY is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 23 October 2001.

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