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X163 HMR

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,410 mi
Last recorded13,410 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX163 HMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 13,410 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2025 13,410 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2025 13,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 13,045 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 May 2020 13,021 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear suspension movement slightly stiff

Pass 28 Jan 2019 12,441 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 12,441 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 10,593 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 10,593 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired Both rear (1.5.3a)

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

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

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 3 May 2016 10,061 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 10,024 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,764 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 9,764 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 9,516 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 9,252 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 9,055 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 9,055 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2008 8,432 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 6,635 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 5,843 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2006 5,843 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2005 4,473 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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X163 HMR is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X163 HMR, 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 X163 HMR registered?

X163 HMR is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 19 September 2000.

Is X163 HMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X163 HMR shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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