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W849 NDW

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Silver Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

19,596 mi
Last recorded19,596 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW849 NDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2015 19,596 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 17,511 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2014 17,488 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 16,657 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 16,655 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 15,688 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 15,688 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Fail 15 Jun 2012 15,685 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2011 13,469 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 13,441 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 11,196 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 11,021 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 9,217 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 9,194 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2008 6,642 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 6,567 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 3,778 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 3,765 miles

Off road machine. No indicators, passenger grab rail or pillion footrests fitted. MST tyre on rear

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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W849 NDW is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Silver with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 W849 NDW, 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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W849 NDW is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 26 April 2000.

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