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BU02 WCJ

2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,816 mi
Last recorded11,816 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 WCJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 11,816 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 11,669 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 10,619 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2023 10,607 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 10,484 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 10,138 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 16 Jan 2017 10,138 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 9,752 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 9,440 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2014 9,440 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 8,825 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 8,054 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 6,722 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 6,443 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 5,119 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 3,564 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 3,349 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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BU02 WCJ 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 82.4%.

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 BU02 WCJ, 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 BU02 WCJ registered?

BU02 WCJ is a 2002 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 7 April 2002.

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