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W359 YKM

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,470 mi
Last recorded9,470 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW359 YKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 9,470 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2025 9,470 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025
Pass 26 Apr 2024 6,714 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 6,033 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 6,033 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 6,009 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2020 5,935 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 5,935 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 5,345 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 5,057 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 5,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate slightly reduced in size

Pass 20 Aug 2013 5,004 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 4,933 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 4,622 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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W359 YKM is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W359 YKM, 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 W359 YKM registered?

W359 YKM is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W359 YKM safe to buy?

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