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Suzuki DR-Z400S

White and Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 398 cc

Y49 KGOMOT history

Y49 KGO is a white and yellow petrol Suzuki DR-Z400S first used on 8 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 11,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
11,744 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y49 KGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
DR-Z400S
Colour
White and Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
398 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y49 KGO was last recorded at 11,744 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
11,463 miles · 1 May 2024
Between the last two tests
281 miles
Average per year
311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 11,744 miles
  • 2024 – 11,463 miles
  • 2023 – 11,081 miles
  • 2021 – 9,804 miles
  • 2010 – 9,113 miles
  • 2009 – 9,049 miles
  • 2008 – 7,806 miles
  • 2006 – 6,122 miles
  • 2005 – 5,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass11,744 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass11,744 miles (+281)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    11,744 miles
    Test number
    387972878670
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass11,463 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    11,463 miles
    Test number
    815576985824
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  3. Fail11,463 miles (+382)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,463 miles
    Test number
    182022475973
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  4. Pass11,081 miles (+1,277)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    11,081 miles
    Test number
    301889435379
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  5. Pass9,804 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    9,804 miles
    Test number
    499657407146
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  6. Fail9,804 miles (+691)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,804 miles
    Test number
    340734263978
    • MajorFront Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking pouring out of carburetor breather (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Footrest insecure passenger footrest (6.2.12 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Footrest insecure passenger footrest (6.2.12 (a))
    • MajorRear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MajorSteering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Pass9,113 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    9,113 miles
    Test number
    721494790205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass9,049 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    9,049 miles
    Test number
    871149489201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass8,721 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    8,721 miles
    Test number
    481136429040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
  10. Fail8,720 miles (+914)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,720 miles
    Test number
    160313829029
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
  11. Pass7,806 miles (+1,684)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    7,806 miles
    Test number
    810089628037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass6,122 miles (+701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    6,122 miles
    Test number
    390009276419
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  13. Pass5,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    5,421 miles
    Test number
    361460335412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y49 KGO

Does Y49 KGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y49 KGO is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y49 KGO?
The MOT on Y49 KGO is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y49 KGO done?
Y49 KGO was recorded at 11,744 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 311 miles a year.
Has Y49 KGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y49 KGO has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y49 KGO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y49 KGO find?
Y49 KGO passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; front brake binding but not excessively; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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