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DRZ 5708

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

10,820 mi
Last recorded10,820 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 5708
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 10,820 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 10,738 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 10,879 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 10,879 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 7,988 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 7,988 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2017 10,503 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2017 10,503 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2017 10,503 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Fuel system component leaking Carb flooding (7.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Footrest missing Pillion footrests missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 10,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2016 10,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 102,612 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 6,743 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 3,580 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 1,363 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 934 miles

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 5708 is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 5708, 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 5708 registered?

DRZ 5708 is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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