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W142 UFO

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

2,935 mi
Last recorded2,935 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW142 UFO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 2,935 miles

no lights fitted at time of mot

Pass 16 Aug 2023 2,840 miles

no lights at time of mot

Pass 14 Feb 2022 2,737 miles

daylight mot only front lights covered

Pass 8 Mar 2021 2,668 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

day light mot only

Pass 2 Dec 2019 2,574 miles

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 31 Mar 2016 2,573 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 12 May 2014 2,314 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

day light mot only

Pass 6 Apr 2013 2,195 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

daylight mot only

no chaingaurd fitted on this bike

no lights fitted at time of mot

Pass 10 Apr 2012

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Dec 2010 1,747 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 30 Oct 2010 1,720 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Mar 2009 1,651 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

daytime mot

Pass 30 Jan 2008 1,056 miles

\\ rear number plate poor condition \\\\

Pass 29 Jan 2007 342 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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W142 UFO is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 8,922 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 W142 UFO, 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 26 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 W142 UFO registered?

W142 UFO is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 19 July 2000.

Is W142 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W142 UFO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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