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CP58 CEX

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

52,792 mi
Last recorded52,792 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP58 CEX
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 52,792 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 50,300 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 47,762 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame, under engine (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 17 Nov 2023 47,762 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame, under engine (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 45,314 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 42,847 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 40,908 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 39,618 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 37,285 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of engine (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 34,868 miles

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

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2016 31,837 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded bottom of frame & under engine (6.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2015 29,077 miles

cooling pipe corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2014 26,263 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 23,478 miles

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Dec 2012 20,140 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 16,167 miles

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

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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CP58 CEX is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 CP58 CEX, 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.

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CP58 CEX is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 12 December 2008.

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