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W499 DNW

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,079 mi
Last recorded18,079 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW499 DNW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 18,079 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 11 May 2017 15,837 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 4 May 2017 15,832 miles

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

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

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2016 14,309 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 12,172 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 11,976 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 11,976 miles

Sidecar rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 11,417 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 9,592 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 9,592 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 7,595 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 7,595 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 7,505 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 7,312 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 6,290 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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W499 DNW is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W499 DNW, 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 W499 DNW registered?

W499 DNW is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 7 May 2000.

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