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W431 VHR

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Silver Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

9,142 mi
Last recorded9,142 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW431 VHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 9,142 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 8,415 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 7,858 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 7,858 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2010 7,564 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 7,161 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 5,509 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 5,509 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 4,688 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 3,786 miles

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

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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W431 VHR is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Silver with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W431 VHR, 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 W431 VHR registered?

W431 VHR is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W431 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W431 VHR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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