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AJ11 KNY

2011 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

18,487 mi
Last recorded18,487 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 KNY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 18,487 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 18,462 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 18,461 miles

Central Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling WHEELS NOT INLINE (2.4 (a))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 17,894 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 13,957 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 13,957 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 12,395 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired not all led`s not working (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2019 12,395 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel excessively distorted wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear shock absorber lower bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired not all led`s not working (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 20,378 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 20,378 miles

Brake component insecure rear brake pedle missing its pin (1.1.21 (c))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 20,378 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 20,378 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 17,648 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 17,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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AJ11 KNY is a 2011 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 AJ11 KNY, 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 15 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400SM is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AJ11 KNY is a 2011 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 11 August 2011.

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