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AE05 BCK

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,839 mi
Last recorded22,839 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 BCK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2018 22,839 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 22,420 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 20,555 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 20,368 miles

Solo use only no pillion provisions at time of test

Pass 3 Jun 2011 6,943 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 May 2010 5,784 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 4,905 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 4,041 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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AE05 BCK is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 5,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE05 BCK, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE05 BCK is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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