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AV55 VFR

2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K59,550 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 VFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 Sm K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025
Pass 15 Oct 2024 20,127 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leak from header pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively Binding when first applied (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Oct 2024 20,127 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leak from header pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively Binding when first applied (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Locking nuts on cable not secure (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 19,213 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 19,205 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 17,683 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 16,117 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 15,859 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 14,945 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 14,029 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2016 14,029 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 12,850 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 12,850 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 12,338 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 11,908 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 11,224 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 10,208 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 8,488 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 7,089 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 5,271 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Direction indicators not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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AV55 VFR is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 9,550 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV55 VFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV55 VFR registered?

AV55 VFR is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5, first registered on 7 December 2005.

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The MOT history for AV55 VFR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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