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AP08 BXB

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

24,291 mi
Last recorded24,291 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 BXB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 24,291 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 24,101 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 23,936 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 23,775 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 23,236 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 23,236 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 22,001 miles

Front n/s + o/s fork stanchions have gaiters fitted at time of test.

Pass 25 Jan 2020 20,707 miles

n/s + o/s/f fork stanchions have gaiters fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Jan 2020 20,707 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

n/s + o/s/f fork stanchions have gaiters fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Jan 2019 19,413 miles

gaiters fitted to n/s + o/s front fork stanchions at time of test

Fail 26 Jan 2019 19,413 miles

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

gaiters fitted to n/s + o/s front fork stanchions at time of test

Pass 28 Dec 2017 18,285 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front slight bind detected by hand but not shown on RBT machine.

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 17,746 miles

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

fork gaiters fitted to n/s + o/s stanchions at time of test

Fail 27 Jan 2017 17,746 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

fork gaiters fitted to n/s + o/s stanchions at time of test

Pass 9 Jan 2016 16,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

chain guard missing

gaiters fitted to n/s + o/s front fork stanchions

Pass 20 Dec 2014 13,893 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 10,444 miles

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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AP08 BXB is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AP08 BXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP08 BXB registered?

AP08 BXB is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is AP08 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 BXB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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