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AF52 YRR

2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

14,568 mi
Last recorded14,568 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 YRR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 14,568 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 12,349 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2022 12,066 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 11,620 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 11,159 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 10,742 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 10,742 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 10,226 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 9,852 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 9,295 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 9,240 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2015 7,846 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 7,836 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 6,045 miles

slight drag on rear brake

Fail 2 Jul 2014 6,045 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

slight drag on rear brake

Pass 27 Jun 2013 10,068 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 8,523 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,193 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 9,318 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 7,903 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 7,226 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 6,724 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 4,546 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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AF52 YRR is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 6,980 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 AF52 YRR, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF52 YRR?

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What year was AF52 YRR registered?

AF52 YRR is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is AF52 YRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 YRR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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