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DRZ 3161

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,725 mi
Last recorded11,725 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 3161
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2020 11,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.74mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 10,171 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2018 9,013 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 8,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2017 8,441 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 8,086 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 8,084 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 7,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 7,052 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013
Pass 28 Nov 2011 5,060 miles

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

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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DRZ 3161 is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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

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 DRZ 3161, 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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What year was DRZ 3161 registered?

DRZ 3161 is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is DRZ 3161 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 3161 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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