MOT Status
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20,263 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear brake pads slightly corroded
Central Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp mask fitted.
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn Front and rear (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn Front and rear (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Handle bars bent
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Handle bars bent
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Bolt missing from rear sprocket carrier.
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?
Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W208 UPY is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.
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 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 W208 UPY, 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.
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What year was W208 UPY registered?
W208 UPY is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 29 July 2000.
Is W208 UPY safe to buy?
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