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W72 AKM

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW72 AKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,391 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 17,391 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2014

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 17,057 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

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

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 16,593 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Aug 2012 16,150 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 16,150 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 15,040 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,457 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 14,071 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 13,396 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 12,593 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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W72 AKM is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W72 AKM, 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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W72 AKM is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 2 June 2000.

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