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AJ58 VYE

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,923 mi
Last recorded13,923 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 VYE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 13,923 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 13,293 miles

motorcycle frame work and structure has corroded due to rust.

rear suspension has reduced return due to dry pivot bearings.

Pass 10 Nov 2017 12,881 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 12,131 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 11,560 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

slight binding front brake

Pass 31 Oct 2014 11,083 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

slight binding rear brake.

suspect front pads getting low.

Pass 12 Nov 2013 10,170 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 9,127 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 7,252 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 7,244 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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AJ58 VYE is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 8,514 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AJ58 VYE, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400SM is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AJ58 VYE is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 15 November 2008.

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