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DX05 DRZ

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

28,717 mi
Last recorded28,717 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 DRZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 28,717 miles

Front Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2024 28,717 miles

Front Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 21,561 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 21,532 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 21,134 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 21,134 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Nov 2018 19,222 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 17,830 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 15,632 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 5,425 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 1,315 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 1,297 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 1,297 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 1,008 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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DX05 DRZ is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DX05 DRZ, 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.

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What year was DX05 DRZ registered?

DX05 DRZ is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DX05 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 DRZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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