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W243 PRM

2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,837 mi
Last recorded14,837 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S8,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW243 PRM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 14,837 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 14,687 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 14,457 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 13,854 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 13,287 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 12,948 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 12,804 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 12,572 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 12,344 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 12,149 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 11,793 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 11,793 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 11,277 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 10,808 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 10,216 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 9,411 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 9,411 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 7,557 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 7,219 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 7,079 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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W243 PRM is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 8,922 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 W243 PRM, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W243 PRM registered?

W243 PRM is a 2000 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W243 PRM safe to buy?

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