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KJH 180W

1981 Suzuki DR-Z400

White Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,828 mi
Last recorded30,828 miles
Recorded on15 May 2009
Typical for 1981 Suzuki DR-Z40015,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJH 180W
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2009 30,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 May 2009 30,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400?

Based on 1,602 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Horn not working 15
Tyre is unsuitable 13
Wheel spoke excessively loose 11
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KJH 180W is a 1981 Suzuki DR-Z400 in White with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki DR-Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 15,780 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-Z400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJH 180W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJH 180W registered?

KJH 180W is a 1981 Suzuki DR-Z400, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is KJH 180W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJH 180W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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