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HJ54 FRU

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,683 mi
Last recorded1,683 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ54 FRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 1,683 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 29,045 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 24,674 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 24,658 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 24,008 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 22,776 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 22,339 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 19,313 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 14,838 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 14,728 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 14,381 miles

Slight rotational play in front disc rollers.

Fail 9 Mar 2011 14,381 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Slight rotational play in front disc rollers.

Pass 17 Feb 2010 14,062 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2010 14,062 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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HJ54 FRU is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 5,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HJ54 FRU, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ54 FRU registered?

HJ54 FRU is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 January 2005.

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