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HW57 ACU

2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

16,040 mi
Last recorded16,040 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,207 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW57 ACU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 16,040 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 14,968 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 13,739 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 12,725 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 11,721 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 10,914 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 10,155 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 9,365 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 8,521 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Exhaust mounting deteriorated middle (7.1.1.c)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 7,616 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 6,832 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 6,143 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 6,143 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 5,150 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 5,143 miles

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

Front brake showing 9kgf, needs looking at

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 4,079 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 2,343 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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HW57 ACU is a 2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 9,207 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 HW57 ACU, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400SM is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW57 ACU registered?

HW57 ACU is a 2007 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 13 October 2007.

Is HW57 ACU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW57 ACU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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