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GL57 HCG

2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,686 mi
Last recorded26,686 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,207 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 HCG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 26,686 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 26,948 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 26,204 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 25,948 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 25,802 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 25,715 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 25,587 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 25,325 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 25,165 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 23,885 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 21,570 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 19,786 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 19,786 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 16,983 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2012 16,983 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 13,738 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 10,656 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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GL57 HCG is a 2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 9,207 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL57 HCG, 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 19 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 GL57 HCG registered?

GL57 HCG is a 2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 14 December 2007.

Is GL57 HCG safe to buy?

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