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UGP 717W

1980 Suzuki DR-Z400

Yellow Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,250 mi
Last recorded14,250 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2007
Typical for 1980 Suzuki DR-Z40015,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGP 717W
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2007 14,250 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 14,250 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400?

Based on 1,602 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Horn not working 15
Tyre is unsuitable 13
Wheel spoke excessively loose 11
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UGP 717W is a 1980 Suzuki DR-Z400 in Yellow with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki DR-Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 15,428 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-Z400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UGP 717W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of UGP 717W?

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What year was UGP 717W registered?

UGP 717W is a 1980 Suzuki DR-Z400, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is UGP 717W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGP 717W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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