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AP02 KVJ

2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

2,420 mi
Last recorded2,420 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 KVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 2,420 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 2,420 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 7 Sep 2013 2,420 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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)

Chain guard missing

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 2,420 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 9 May 2009 2,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2009 2,420 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 2,420 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 2,420 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 2,420 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

only to be used during daylight hours . not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibilty .

Fail 2 Jun 2006 1,377 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 1,377 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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AP02 KVJ is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 AP02 KVJ, 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.

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What year was AP02 KVJ registered?

AP02 KVJ is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 18 June 2002.

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