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HW08 AFO

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,600 mi
Last recorded7,600 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 AFO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 7,600 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 6,586 miles

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2019 6,586 miles

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 5,233 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 3 Jul 2018 5,233 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 23,827 miles

Nearside Rear back panels loose both sides

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 23,827 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear back panels loose both sides

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 May 2016 22,820 miles

Exhaust noisy throaty note (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 20,061 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 17,285 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 14,685 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 14,685 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 11,463 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 8,243 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HW08 AFO is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HW08 AFO, 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 HW08 AFO registered?

HW08 AFO is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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