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AV52 NHT

2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,766 mi
Last recorded20,766 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 NHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 20,766 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 20,200 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 19,978 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 19,297 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 17,673 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 16,055 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 16,043 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp missing front (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 15,846 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 15,699 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 15,699 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 15,421 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 15,099 miles

aftermarket headlamp assembly fitted

exhaust loose

Pass 4 Jul 2012 14,643 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 12,199 miles

Bike presented for test with headlamp glass temporarily masked, to flatten beam image in headlamp tester.

Pass 21 Jun 2010 9,990 miles

Headlamp temporarilly masked to flatten beam image.

Pass 15 Jun 2009 6,835 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 4,204 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 3,878 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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AV52 NHT is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV52 NHT, 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 AV52 NHT registered?

AV52 NHT is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 21 October 2002.

Is AV52 NHT safe to buy?

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