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AE55 GUH

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 GUH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023
Pass 19 Oct 2021

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2021

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate missing Not fitted but suplyed for test (0.1 (a))

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2016
Pass 3 Oct 2014
Fail 26 Aug 2014

Front Lower Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Rear brake caliper securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 4,186 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011
Pass 14 Dec 2010

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400SM?

Based on 8,163 MOT tests across 858 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
580
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
858
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
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AE55 GUH is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 9,118 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR-Z400SM fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE55 GUH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400SM typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400SM is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE55 GUH registered?

AE55 GUH is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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