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BN55 XJK

2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,893 mi
Last recorded14,893 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K59,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 XJK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 Sm K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 14,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 11,990 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 11,979 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 10,404 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 9,969 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2021 9,944 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 6,741 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 5,211 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 5,166 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 5,141 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 5,088 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 4,959 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 4,814 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 4,814 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 4,307 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 4,307 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 3,120 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 3,120 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 2,514 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 2,092 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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BN55 XJK 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 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN55 XJK, 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.

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What year was BN55 XJK registered?

BN55 XJK is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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