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J6 RXG

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

17,693 mi
Last recorded17,693 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ6 RXG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 17,693 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2026 17,693 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 17,250 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 17,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 16,996 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 16,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front front suspension slightly stiff.

indicator flash rate slightly fast.

Pass 3 Jul 2020 16,097 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 13,164 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 11,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 10,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 7,852 miles

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Fail 22 Mar 2014 7,832 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 4,152 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 3,590 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 3,590 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 3,201 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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J6 RXG is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J6 RXG, 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 J6 RXG registered?

J6 RXG is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is J6 RXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J6 RXG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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