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W742 DNW

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,950 mi
Last recorded18,950 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW742 DNW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 18,950 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2025 18,950 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 18,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Feb 2020 18,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 18,045 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 14,185 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 14,163 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 12,352 miles

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

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

due to enduro , no indicators fitted / off road use

Fail 18 Oct 2013 12,352 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

due to enduro , no indicators fitted / off road use

Pass 20 Oct 2012 8,722 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 5,699 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust guard missing

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 6 Oct 2011 5,693 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust guard missing

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2010 2,239 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

due to headlight being masked out and all indicators being permanently disconected this machine must only be used in daylight hoiurs only

Pass 30 Sep 2010 2,239 miles

due to headlight being masked out and all indicators being permanently disconected this machine must only be used in daylight hoiurs only

Pass 10 Apr 2010 1,811 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 1,564 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 949 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 907 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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W742 DNW is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W742 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 W742 DNW registered?

W742 DNW is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 13 June 2000.

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