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EX56 VKM

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,506 mi
Last recorded11,506 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 VKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2021 11,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 11,465 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 11,257 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 11,112 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 10,551 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 10,100 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 9,615 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 13 Apr 2015 9,615 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Dec 2013 9,092 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 8,592 miles

slight play in rear suspension

Pass 3 May 2011 8,063 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 8,063 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 7,142 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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EX56 VKM is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 8,630 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX56 VKM, 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 20 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 EX56 VKM registered?

EX56 VKM is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is EX56 VKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 VKM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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