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W252 AOR

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,553 mi
Last recorded17,553 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW252 AOR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 17,553 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 17,420 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 17,295 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 17,114 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 17,013 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 16,051 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 15,942 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 15,573 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 13,848 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 13,832 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 13,817 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,776 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 13,613 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 13,390 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 13,156 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 13,038 miles

ADVISE: REAR BRAKE VERY SLIGHTLY BINDING..

Pass 17 Mar 2006 12,573 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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W252 AOR is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 W252 AOR, 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 W252 AOR registered?

W252 AOR is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W252 AOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W252 AOR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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