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GN54 JFV

2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

8,441 mi
Last recorded8,441 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 JFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 8,441 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 8,244 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 8,239 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 8,235 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 8,179 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 7,054 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 7,054 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 6,480 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 6,480 miles

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 5,496 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 5,017 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 2,607 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 2,567 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 2,527 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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GN54 JFV is a 2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 6,703 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 GN54 JFV, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN54 JFV registered?

GN54 JFV is a 2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is GN54 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN54 JFV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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