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W783 ORL

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,384 mi
Last recorded15,384 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW783 ORL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 15,384 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 15,208 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 15,071 miles

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

beam deflectors

Pass 22 Feb 2020 14,810 miles

beam deflector fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2018 14,642 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 14,012 miles

beam deflecter fitted to pass headlight aim

Fail 27 Sep 2016 13,959 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess teeth broken (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall splits (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

beam deflecter fitted to pass headlight aim

Pass 2 Sep 2015 13,278 miles

beam deflecter fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2013 10,686 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 9,349 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 9,349 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 8,261 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 7,083 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

rear indicator stalks are broken,but still point to the rear

Pass 18 Apr 2008 7,083 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear indicator stalks are broken,but still point to the rear

Pass 8 Jun 2006 6,763 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

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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W783 ORL is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 W783 ORL, 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 W783 ORL registered?

W783 ORL is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W783 ORL safe to buy?

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