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Y387 GUH

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400

Yellow Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

5,256 mi
Last recorded5,256 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z4005,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY387 GUH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 5,256 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 5,228 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 5,193 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 5,193 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 5,143 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 5,137 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 5,137 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2012 5,121 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 5,121 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 5,115 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 5,108 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

both front and rear wheels slightly buckled

rear disc slightly worn

Pass 12 Jun 2010 5,108 miles

both front and rear wheels slightly buckled

rear disc slightly worn

Pass 9 Jul 2009 5,098 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 4,976 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 4,634 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 4,488 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 4,485 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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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Y387 GUH is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400 in Yellow with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 5,112 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-Z400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y387 GUH, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y387 GUH registered?

Y387 GUH is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is Y387 GUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y387 GUH shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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