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AO08 YHH

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,962 mi
Last recorded27,962 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 YHH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 27,962 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Sep 2013 26,932 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 26,370 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 21,725 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 21,725 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 May 2011 16,076 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 15,975 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

unable to check rear brake fluid level

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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AO08 YHH is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 AO08 YHH, 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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What year was AO08 YHH registered?

AO08 YHH is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 19 April 2008.

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