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LV55 FSG

2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

30,617 mi
Last recorded30,617 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K59,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 FSG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 Sm K5
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 30,617 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 30,617 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Footrest missing Pillion (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 30,402 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 30,391 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 28,088 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 27,148 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 24,819 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 24,819 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 22,640 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 17,959 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 17,959 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 12,126 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 12,084 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 10,291 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 8,357 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Direction indicators not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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LV55 FSG is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 9,550 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 Sm K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV55 FSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV55 FSG registered?

LV55 FSG is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5, first registered on 22 October 2005.

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