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W551 RMW

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,909 mi
Last recorded15,909 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW551 RMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 15,909 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

footbrake pedal rod condition

swing arm slight play

Pass 30 May 2020 15,848 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 15,848 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear no chain guard

Pass 30 Jul 2016 15,847 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 30 Jul 2016 15,847 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,051 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 13,575 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 9 May 2014 13,575 miles

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 May 2013
Pass 23 May 2012 93 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 23 May 2011 65 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 May 2011 63 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2010 8,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 May 2009 7,417 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 7,414 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 7,411 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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W551 RMW is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 W551 RMW, 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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W551 RMW is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 April 2000.

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