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GY58 DKV

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,344 mi
Last recorded28,344 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 DKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 28,344 miles

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

Nearside SWITCHGEAR LOOSE

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced SOME LEDS NOT WORKING (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2026 28,344 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside SWITCHGEAR LOOSE

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced SOME LEDS NOT WORKING (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 26,531 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 22,616 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 22,616 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 22,127 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 19,525 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2020 16,243 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 15,394 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 13,590 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 13,575 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 13,519 miles

rear tyre tread getting low.

Pass 25 Jul 2014 13,267 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 12,742 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 9,933 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 3,609 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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GY58 DKV is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GY58 DKV, 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 GY58 DKV registered?

GY58 DKV is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 20 September 2008.

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