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GD06 MUW

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,621 mi
Last recorded15,621 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD06 MUW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 15,621 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 15,036 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 15,036 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 14,551 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 13,837 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 10,415 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 10,327 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 9,829 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 9,829 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 9,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front brake disc has slight rotational play in mounting bobbins.

Pass 9 Sep 2011 6,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 4,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 4,290 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 4,120 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 4,120 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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GD06 MUW is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GD06 MUW, 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 GD06 MUW registered?

GD06 MUW is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 24 August 2006.

Is GD06 MUW safe to buy?

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