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Y38 UHR

2001 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400SM7,266 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 UHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

chain worn

has no chain garde

rear lower suspension bushe worn

sprockets worn

Fail 2 Aug 2016

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

chain worn

has no chain garde

rear lower suspension bushe worn

sprockets worn

Fail 23 Jun 2015 3,554 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 3,554 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 3,021 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2013
Pass 4 May 2012 1,912 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 2,208 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 28 Sep 2007 2,138 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 1,521 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400SM?

Based on 8,163 MOT tests across 858 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
580
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
858
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
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Y38 UHR is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 7,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR-Z400SM fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y38 UHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400SM typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400SM is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y38 UHR registered?

Y38 UHR is a 2001 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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