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X974 GJU

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

8,808 mi
Last recorded8,808 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX974 GJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 8,808 miles

Day time mot test.(Lights masked out).

Fail 5 Jan 2022 8,799 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 8,215 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 28 Oct 2020 8,215 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 8,196 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 9 Oct 2019 8,193 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 25 Sep 2018 8,160 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 8,160 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose Six loose spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 7,542 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 7,271 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 7,271 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 6,824 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 6,824 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 5,782 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 5,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 4,896 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 3,966 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 3,971 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 3,971 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 2,746 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 2,746 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 2,078 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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X974 GJU is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 X974 GJU, 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 X974 GJU registered?

X974 GJU is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 6 September 2000.

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