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W246 RYD

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,082 mi
Last recorded23,082 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW246 RYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2016 23,082 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 23,082 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 19,529 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 18,712 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 18,712 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2011 18,097 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 18,097 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 16,830 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Oct 2010 16,830 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 14,930 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 12,102 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 9,613 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 7,868 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005

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

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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W246 RYD is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W246 RYD, 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 W246 RYD registered?

W246 RYD is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 12 June 2000.

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