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W342 PCU

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,070 mi
Last recorded8,070 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW342 PCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 8,070 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 7,184 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 7,103 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 7,077 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 6,335 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 5,106 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 5,106 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play bottom link bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 5,047 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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W342 PCU is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W342 PCU, 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 W342 PCU registered?

W342 PCU is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is W342 PCU safe to buy?

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