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CN54 OZD

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

4,472 mi
Last recorded4,472 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN54 OZD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 4,472 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 3,612 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 2,838 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 1,021 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 18,681 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 15,598 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 15,236 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 13,951 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 13,586 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 12,438 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 11,889 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 11,629 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 10,061 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 9,025 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 6,572 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 6,572 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 6,058 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 5,624 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 22,862 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 22,862 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 19,578 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 19,578 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?

Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 450
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 248
Tyre is unsuitable 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
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CN54 OZD is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 5,718 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-Z400S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CN54 OZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CN54 OZD registered?

CN54 OZD is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 2 February 2005.

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