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X147 VYJ

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400

Yellow Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,680 mi
Last recorded9,680 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z4004,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX147 VYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 9,680 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 6,943 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 6,753 miles

DAY TIME USE ONLY.only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 24 Jun 2020 10,020 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

all lights coverd at time of test (day time use only)

Pass 4 Mar 2019 2,683 miles

day time mot

Fail 4 Mar 2019 2,683 miles

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

day time mot

Pass 20 Oct 2017 92 miles

NO LIGHTS FITTED, VEHICLE SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN DAYLIGHT HOURS

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 20 Oct 2017 92 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

NO LIGHTS FITTED, VEHICLE SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN DAYLIGHT HOURS

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Feb 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400?

Based on 1,602 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Horn not working 15
Tyre is unsuitable 13
Wheel spoke excessively loose 11
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X147 VYJ is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400 in Yellow with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 4,136 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR-Z400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X147 VYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X147 VYJ registered?

X147 VYJ is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X147 VYJ safe to buy?

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