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W208 UPY

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

20,263 mi
Last recorded20,263 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW208 UPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 20,263 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 20,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear brake pads slightly corroded

Pass 23 Feb 2024 18,838 miles

Central Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 18,686 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jan 2022 18,686 miles

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))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 17,530 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 17,507 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp mask fitted.

Fail 23 Mar 2018 17,507 miles

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)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 16,723 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn Front and rear (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 16,723 miles

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)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 15,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 13,502 miles

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)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 20,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handle bars bent

Fail 15 Dec 2012 20,564 miles

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)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 16,199 miles

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))

Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,586 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 3 Apr 2010 15,582 miles

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)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 12,970 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 12,410 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 9,752 miles

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)

Pass 5 Aug 2005 6,847 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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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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