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W608 HGV

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,885 mi
Last recorded20,885 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW608 HGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 20,885 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 20,885 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 20,885 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy Aftermarket, (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 20,874 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 20,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 20,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 20,701 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 19,270 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 19,111 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 18,353 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

indicator switchgear not secure on handlebars

Fail 11 Aug 2014 18,353 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

indicator switchgear not secure on handlebars

Pass 8 Aug 2013 17,570 miles

both front fork seals weeping.

Pass 31 Jul 2012 17,291 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 15,895 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 15,877 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 13,206 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 13,206 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 11,215 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 9,537 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 6,187 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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W608 HGV is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W608 HGV, 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 W608 HGV registered?

W608 HGV is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 22 March 2000.

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