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AV02 LXU

2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

9,607 mi
Last recorded9,607 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 LXU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 9,607 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 9,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2022 8,635 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2022 8,635 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2019 7,727 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 7,402 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 7,402 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2014 6,602 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 6,602 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 May 2013 5,609 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2013 5,609 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 5,044 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 5,044 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 21 May 2009 4,377 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 21 May 2009 4,377 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 3,343 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 3,029 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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AV02 LXU is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 AV02 LXU, 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 AV02 LXU registered?

AV02 LXU is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 5 April 2002.

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