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GD08 UZY

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,823 mi
Last recorded11,823 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 UZY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 11,823 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 11,812 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 11,812 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 11,812 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 11,170 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 11,157 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 10,235 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 9,463 miles

brake hose in sleeves

Fail 17 Jun 2016 9,463 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

brake hose in sleeves

Pass 19 Jun 2015 9,458 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

brake hose in sleeve

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 18 Jun 2014 8,102 miles

brake hoses in covers

Pass 10 May 2013 7,614 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 6,939 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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GD08 UZY is a 2008 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 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 8,514 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 GD08 UZY, 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 18 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 GD08 UZY registered?

GD08 UZY is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 27 August 2008.

Is GD08 UZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD08 UZY 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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