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AV56 JVF

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,112 mi
Last recorded25,112 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 JVF
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2025 25,112 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 25,065 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 24,360 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 23,935 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 23,733 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 23,724 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 23,325 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 23,199 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 23,009 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 2,286 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 21,827 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 18,950 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 16,858 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 14,336 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 11,581 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 9,506 miles

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

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

number plate becoming deteriorated

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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AV56 JVF is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 8,630 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 AV56 JVF, 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 20 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 AV56 JVF registered?

AV56 JVF is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AV56 JVF safe to buy?

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