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DU08 WTW

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,720 mi
Last recorded20,720 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 WTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 20,720 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 20,720 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 20,712 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 19,000 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 18,709 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive replace now (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear brake spongy. Recomend bleeding

Pass 10 Sep 2019 17,628 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 17,628 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 16,666 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2017 15,402 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 13,172 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 10,747 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 9,906 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 9,000 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 7,955 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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DU08 WTW is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DU08 WTW, 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 DU08 WTW registered?

DU08 WTW is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DU08 WTW safe to buy?

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