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GL57 OAV

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,710 mi
Last recorded34,710 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 OAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 34,710 miles

Exhaust corroded

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 33,942 miles

Exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2022 32,624 miles

Exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2020 32,194 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 29,715 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Tight (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose Slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front of frame rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 26,963 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 1 May 2018 26,963 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 24,275 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 7 Oct 2016 24,275 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 May 2015 22,443 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,628 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 19,623 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

very tight chain

Pass 14 May 2012 17,639 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 15,321 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 11,495 miles

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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 OAV is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GL57 OAV, 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.

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What year was GL57 OAV registered?

GL57 OAV is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 26 January 2008.

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