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GX55 JYS

2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

5,158 mi
Last recorded5,158 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K59,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 JYS
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 Sm K5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 5,158 miles

Direction indicators permanently removed: This vehicle should only be used during daylight hours. Not used at times of seriously reduced visability. Daylight MOT

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Number plate cracked but can be read

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 May 2014 5,154 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 May 2013 4,996 miles

Direction indicators not fitted

Fail 14 May 2013 4,996 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Direction indicators not fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2012 4,173 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 9,329 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 9,329 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2009 6,679 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front brake lever broken but not effecting braking

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 12 May 2009 6,679 miles

Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Chain guard missing

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

Front brake lever broken but not effecting braking

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Direction indicators not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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GX55 JYS is a 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 9,706 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 Drz 400 Sm K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 JYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX55 JYS registered?

GX55 JYS is a 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5, first registered on 30 January 2006.

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