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W972 RTV

2000 Suzuki DRZ400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,913 mi
Last recorded17,913 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DRZ4006,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW972 RTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2021 17,913 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play front and rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 16,263 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 15,604 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 13,582 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 13,297 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 12,589 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 12,374 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 12,190 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 12,190 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,282 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 11,275 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 11,239 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 10,289 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 10,289 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Aug 2007 9,580 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 9,013 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DRZ400?

Based on 2,234 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 39
Tyre is unsuitable 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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W972 RTV is a 2000 Suzuki DRZ400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki DRZ400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 6,942 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 DRZ400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W972 RTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DRZ400 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki DRZ400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W972 RTV registered?

W972 RTV is a 2000 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 1 August 2000.

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