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W471 SBF

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,696 mi
Last recorded1,696 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW471 SBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 1,696 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 1,696 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 1,659 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 1,529 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 1,367 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 1,265 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 775 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 775 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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

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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W471 SBF is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc 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 W471 SBF, 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 W471 SBF registered?

W471 SBF is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 31 December 2000.

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The MOT history for W471 SBF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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