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W521 VCH

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,481 mi
Last recorded1,481 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW521 VCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 1,481 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012
Pass 12 Jul 2011 7,170 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 25 Sep 2009

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 59 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 76 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 76 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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W521 VCH 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 W521 VCH, 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 W521 VCH registered?

W521 VCH is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is W521 VCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W521 VCH 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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