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AE56 FOV

2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,845 mi
Last recorded7,845 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K68,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 FOV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 Sm K6
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 7,845 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 7,783 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2022 7,783 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 7,557 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2017 7,557 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 7,260 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 7,217 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 7,217 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 6,728 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 5,412 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 5,157 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6?

Based on 2,027 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
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AE56 FOV is a 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 8,854 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 Drz 400 Sm K6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE56 FOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE56 FOV registered?

AE56 FOV is a 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K6, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is AE56 FOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 FOV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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