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W286 PBB

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW286 PBB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2015
Fail 29 Apr 2015

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Headlight showing no beam pattern

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Clutch lever could cause injury

Pass 8 May 2014 9,930 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 8 May 2014 9,930 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,930 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2013 754 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2012 9,060 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 9,060 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 8,320 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 9,830 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 9,830 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 1,308 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 8,560 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 4,194 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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W286 PBB 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 64.3%.

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 W286 PBB, 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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W286 PBB is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 April 2000.

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