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EU05 OWO

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

14,720 mi
Last recorded14,720 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 OWO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2016 14,720 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play Swing arm excessively loose (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play front Pro link bushes worn (2.4.A2a(i))

Front and rear brake pads nearing minimum limit

Ignition switch worn

Some rear light LEDs not working

Pass 23 Jun 2015 12,805 miles

offside rear foot peg sized in up position

Fail 18 Jun 2015 12,796 miles

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

offside rear foot peg sized in up position

Pass 17 Jun 2014 9,371 miles

Chain guard missing

no rear pegs fitted,tested as single seat bike

rear number plate deteriorated,but is secure and legible

Fail 17 Jun 2014 9,363 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Chain guard missing

no rear pegs fitted,tested as single seat bike

rear number plate deteriorated,but is secure and legible

Pass 13 May 2013 8,084 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 May 2012 6,211 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 21 May 2011 5,158 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 May 2011 5,137 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Chain guard missing

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2010 4,442 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 4,421 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

brake lever slightly spongy.

clutch lever has a sharp edge

Pass 13 May 2009 2,519 miles

Chain guard missing

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear light slightly loose

Fail 13 May 2009 2,519 miles

Chain guard missing

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear light slightly loose

Pass 12 Jun 2008 1,805 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2008 1,805 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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EU05 OWO is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 EU05 OWO, 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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EU05 OWO is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 5 April 2005.

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