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X491 ERB

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,826 mi
Last recorded15,826 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX491 ERB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 15,826 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 15,619 miles

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

Front Tyre cracking on side wall.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 2 spokes. (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 15,543 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 15,234 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 14,919 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 14,678 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 14,362 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2016 12,416 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 11,279 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 11,279 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 11,092 miles

coolant level low

Fail 3 Nov 2014 11,092 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

coolant level low

Pass 6 Nov 2013 10,758 miles

coolant leval low

Fail 6 Nov 2013 10,758 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

coolant leval low

Fail 7 Sep 2012 9,852 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 9,852 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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X491 ERB is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X491 ERB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X491 ERB registered?

X491 ERB is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 12 December 2000.

Is X491 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X491 ERB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X491 ERB have outstanding finance?

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