Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 reliable? We analysed 2,027 real MOT tests across 212 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6.
Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 100 | 86.0% | 3,835 | 9,874 | 16,408 |
| 2007 | 988 | 83.9% | 4,801 | 8,876 | 14,460 |
| 2006 | 932 | 86.8% | 4,256 | 8,854 | 14,868 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 Last?
Based on 212 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.8% MOT pass rate from 932 tests
83.9% MOT pass rate from 988 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.8% across 932 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 THIS CAR | 85.4% | 2,027 | 8,890 mi | 20 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Honda CR250 | 82.4% | 682 | 8,556 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6Should you buy a used Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6?
The Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.4% across 2,027 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 are reflector on motorcycle missing (27 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (13), and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (11). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 owner drives around 531 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.