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SY52 UKM

2002 Suzuki DRZ400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Suzuki DRZ4003,402 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY52 UKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2018

As per the MIM, Sec. 1, sub section 1.1, 'only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility'.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

no chaingaurd or primary drive gaurd fitted

Fail 9 May 2018

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

As per the MIM, Sec. 1, sub section 1.1, 'only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility'.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

no chaingaurd or primary drive gaurd fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2016

'Daylight Only' as per the MIM sec.1, only to be used during hours of daylight etc

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no speedo fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2015

As per the MIM, Sec.1, sub section 1.1, 'only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility'.

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no speedometer fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2014

As per the MIM, Sec. 1, sub section 1.1, 'only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility'.

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no speedometer fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2011 3,440 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 16 Jun 2010 49 miles

As per MIM, Sec, 1, sub section 1.1, 'only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility'

Fail 15 Jun 2010 30 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Chain guard missing

Pass 30 Apr 2009 351 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

daylight test conducted

Fail 28 Apr 2009 351 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

daylight test conducted

Pass 15 Sep 2007

How Reliable is the Suzuki DRZ400?

Based on 2,234 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 39
Tyre is unsuitable 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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SY52 UKM is a 2002 Suzuki DRZ400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki DRZ400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 3,402 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 DRZ400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY52 UKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DRZ400 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki DRZ400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SY52 UKM registered?

SY52 UKM is a 2002 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is SY52 UKM safe to buy?

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