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FY55 GVN

2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

15,745 mi
Last recorded15,745 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K59,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 GVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 Sm K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 15,745 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 15,745 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls re-connected front switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 15,289 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 15,289 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 14,305 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 13,957 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 13,700 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 13,251 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 12,676 miles

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

exhaust starting to melt rear r/h indicator.

middle exhaust (link pipe) bolt missing , exhaust solid and secure.

Fail 12 Jun 2018 12,676 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust starting to melt rear r/h indicator.

middle exhaust (link pipe) bolt missing , exhaust solid and secure.

Pass 5 Jun 2017 12,319 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 11,562 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 11,283 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 11,244 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 10,714 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 10,714 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 10,694 miles

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

slight stiffness in headrace bearing.

Pass 22 Feb 2012 9,820 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 9,648 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,982 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 7,464 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Direction indicators not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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FY55 GVN is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 9,550 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 Drz 400 Sm K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY55 GVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY55 GVN registered?

FY55 GVN is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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