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LK54 BVW

2004 Suzuki Drz 400 SK4

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,663 mi
Last recorded35,663 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Drz 400 SK48,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 BVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 SK4
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 35,663 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2025 35,661 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 May 2024 35,534 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 35,531 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light switch (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 35,422 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2016 35,339 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp switch insecure hi and low switch (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 35,083 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 34,136 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 29,896 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2008 23,757 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 18,378 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 SK4?

Based on 1,490 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Headlamp aim too low 7
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 6
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LK54 BVW is a 2004 Suzuki Drz 400 SK4 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Drz 400 SK4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 8,564 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 Drz 400 SK4 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK54 BVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 SK4 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 SK4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LK54 BVW is a 2004 Suzuki Drz 400 SK4, first registered on 15 December 2004.

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