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X283 NKL

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,324 mi
Last recorded24,324 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,862 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX283 NKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 24,324 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 24,297 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 24,286 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 24,271 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 24,187 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 24,001 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 23,956 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 23,447 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 23,447 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 23,014 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored Will need new rear disc soon (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play will need replacing very soon (2.4.A.2c)

will need new sprockets soon

Fail 27 Feb 2016 23,014 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored Will need new rear disc soon (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play will need replacing very soon (2.4.A.2c)

will need new sprockets soon

Fail 6 Jan 2015 20,225 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 20,225 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 16,549 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 14,319 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 14,319 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 13,470 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 12,827 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 11,256 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 11,256 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 9,421 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 9,420 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 9,069 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 18,787 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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X283 NKL is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 7,862 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 X283 NKL, 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 25 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 X283 NKL registered?

X283 NKL is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 24 February 2001.

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