MOT reliability
Suzuki Dr 400
7 vehicles · 54 completed MOT tests analysed
81%
MOT pass rate
Based on 7 Suzuki Dr 400 vehicles and 54 completed MOT tests, the Suzuki Dr 400 has an overall 81% pass rate, with an average recorded mileage of 14,372 miles.
7
Vehicles
54
MOT tests
104
Avg miles / year
0.8
Faults per test
0%
Dangerous-fault share
Suzuki Dr 400 problem areas
Where faults occur most across all Suzuki Dr 400 MOT tests:
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Other116%
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Brakes7%
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Lamps & electrical5%
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Seatbelts & equipment5%
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Tyres, wheels & suspension5%
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Body & structure5%
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Steering2%
Suzuki Dr 400 pass rate by age
| Age (years) | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 100% |
| 5 | 2 | 100% |
| 6 | 1 | 100% |
| 7 | 1 | 100% |
| 8 | 2 | 100% |
| 9 | 2 | 50% |
| 10 | 3 | 67% |
| 11 | 2 | 50% |
| 12 | 4 | 50% |
| 13 | 3 | 67% |
| 14 | 3 | 100% |
| 15 | 1 | 100% |
| 16 | 1 | 100% |
| 17 | 1 | 100% |
| 18 | 1 | 100% |
| 19 | 2 | 100% |
| 20 | 1 | 100% |
Fuel types: Petrol (7)
Most common Suzuki Dr 400 MOT faults
These are the faults and advisories recorded most often across Suzuki Dr 400 MOT tests:
- Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i)) (5 times)
- Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e) (4 times)
- Rear Brake rod slightly damaged (3.2.A1c) (2 times)
- Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) (2 times)
- Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b) (2 times)
- Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) (2 times)
- Chain guard missing (2 times)
- Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d) (2 times)
- Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) (1 times)
- Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) (1 times)
- Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b) (1 times)
- Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b) (1 times)
- Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) (1 times)
- Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) (1 times)
- Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b) (1 times)
Suzuki Dr 400 pass rate by registration year
| Year | Vehicles | Tests | Pass rate | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 2 | 30 | 83% | 2,394 |
| 2000 | 1 | 5 | 80% | 4,273 |
| 1982 | 3 | 15 | 80% | 19,252 |
| 1981 | 1 | 4 | 75% | 21,813 |
Suzuki Dr 400 reliability FAQ
Across 7 Suzuki Dr 400 vehicles in our MOT data,
81% pass the MOT (a 19% failure rate), with about
0.8 faults or advisories recorded per test.
The most frequently recorded Suzuki Dr 400 MOT issues are:
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i)); Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e); Rear Brake rod slightly damaged (3.2.A1c).
The typical Suzuki Dr 400 in our data has covered around
14,372 miles.
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