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HG08 ZNJ

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 ZNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2021
Pass 1 Feb 2020 26,774 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 24,690 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 22,467 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 20,047 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2017 20,047 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 17,724 miles

front and rear tyre tread starting to get low.

Fail 11 Mar 2016 17,724 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

front and rear tyre tread starting to get low.

Pass 21 Mar 2015 15,324 miles

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

rear tyre tread getting low.

Fail 21 Mar 2015 15,324 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

rear tyre tread getting low.

Pass 5 Apr 2014 13,000 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 13,000 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 10,517 miles

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

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

front tyre starting to wear on o/s.

Fail 14 Apr 2012 8,055 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 8,055 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 5,630 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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HG08 ZNJ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HG08 ZNJ, 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 HG08 ZNJ registered?

HG08 ZNJ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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