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WVL 51W

1981 Suzuki DR-Z400

White Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,727 mi
Last recorded16,727 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1981 Suzuki DR-Z40015,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVL 51W
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 16,727 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 16,293 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 15,767 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 15,421 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 14,954 miles

Chain guard missing

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 14,435 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 13,546 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Jan 2007 13,546 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 12,626 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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WVL 51W is a 1981 Suzuki DR-Z400 in White with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WVL 51W, 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.

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What year was WVL 51W registered?

WVL 51W is a 1981 Suzuki DR-Z400, first registered on 28 May 1981.

Is WVL 51W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVL 51W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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