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WU06 UWP

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,680 mi
Last recorded28,680 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 UWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 28,680 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 28,675 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 May 2021 27,971 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front & rear spokes have plastic covers, unable to check correctly!

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust front pipe rusty!

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.58mm in center in places! (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 May 2021 27,970 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front & rear spokes have plastic covers, unable to check correctly!

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust front pipe rusty!

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.58mm in center in places! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 27,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 26,529 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 23,502 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 23,502 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure One of the two bolts missing! (6.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2016 22,530 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 22,530 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 22,280 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 21,254 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 26 May 2015 21,254 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 19,982 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 13,422 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 13,380 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 7,680 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 7,089 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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WU06 UWP is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 7,314 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 WU06 UWP, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WU06 UWP registered?

WU06 UWP is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 9 June 2006.

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