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GF55 TFA

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

21,348 mi
Last recorded21,348 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 TFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 21,348 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose a bolt is missing at offside of the subframe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2025 21,348 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose a bolt is missing at offside of the subframe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Riders seat insecure a bolt has been fitted at nearside to secure the seat on its place ;the bike has a broken bolt at off side of the seat (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 20,173 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 20,171 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2022 20,096 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front lever does not illuminate brake lamp (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2021 18,276 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 18,061 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 17,574 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2019 17,574 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 17,054 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 16,599 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 16,004 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 15,973 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 15,715 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 15,277 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2013 15,277 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 15,139 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 13,538 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 9,242 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 9,218 miles

Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 7,558 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2009 7,528 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?

Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 450
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 248
Tyre is unsuitable 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
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GF55 TFA is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 5,718 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-Z400S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF55 TFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF55 TFA registered?

GF55 TFA is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 23 December 2005.

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