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NK51 DBV

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,262 mi
Last recorded23,262 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 DBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 23,262 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 22,412 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 21,249 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 20,922 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 19,439 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 18,750 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 18,539 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 17,120 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 17,067 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 16,755 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 15,045 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 5 Oct 2007 15,045 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 10,867 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 5,938 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 5,936 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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NK51 DBV is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NK51 DBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK51 DBV registered?

NK51 DBV is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for NK51 DBV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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