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FE06 USM

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

9,336 mi
Last recorded9,336 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 USM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 9,336 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 9,023 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 9,023 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 May 2023 8,648 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 8,213 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 7,729 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 7,385 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 6,809 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 6,147 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 6,132 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 5,268 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 2,119 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 2,080 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 1,870 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 1,870 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 923 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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FE06 USM is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 FE06 USM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE06 USM registered?

FE06 USM is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is FE06 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE06 USM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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