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HJ08 SVU

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

24,404 mi
Last recorded24,404 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 SVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 24,404 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2024 24,404 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 23,691 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2023 23,684 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear brake hose poorly routed (in between shock spring)

Pass 8 Oct 2022 21,594 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 16,882 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 16,708 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 16,402 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 16,155 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 16,145 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 16,140 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 15,636 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 14,516 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 9,859 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2013 5,429 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 5,429 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2012

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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HJ08 SVU is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 6,744 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 HJ08 SVU, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HJ08 SVU registered?

HJ08 SVU is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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