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CV05 KNK

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,470 mi
Last recorded4,470 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 KNK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 4,470 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 4,267 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 4,018 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 3,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Fail 25 May 2022 3,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 2,860 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2021 2,860 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 2,479 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 24 Feb 2017 2,479 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 2,297 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 2,277 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 3 Dec 2011 2,213 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 2,213 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 2,189 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 2,189 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 2,189 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 2,189 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 1,879 miles

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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CV05 KNK is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CV05 KNK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV05 KNK registered?

CV05 KNK is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 22 April 2005.

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