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W356 ULP

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,850 mi
Last recorded27,850 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW356 ULP
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 27,850 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 27,704 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 27,601 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 27,601 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 27,349 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 26,884 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 25,468 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 24,750 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 24,747 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 22,653 miles

rear tyre cracked

Pass 18 Jul 2017 22,357 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 21,429 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 21,429 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 20,847 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 20,792 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 20,734 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 7 Sep 2012 20,734 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 20,680 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 10 May 2006 19,952 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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W356 ULP is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 W356 ULP, 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 W356 ULP registered?

W356 ULP is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 11 April 2000.

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The MOT history for W356 ULP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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