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W246 VDD

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400

Yellow Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,905 mi
Last recorded4,905 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z4004,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW246 VDD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 4,905 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 4,905 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) blown bulb (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2020 4,909 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2020 4,909 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 4,905 miles

Central Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 4,905 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Dec 2017 4,905 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Aug 2012 4,905 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 4,708 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 4,477 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 106 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

no front brake switch fitted

no indicators fitted

no tell tale lights fitted

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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W246 VDD is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400 in Yellow with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 4,136 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 W246 VDD, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W246 VDD registered?

W246 VDD is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400, first registered on 18 April 2000.

Is W246 VDD safe to buy?

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