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MY05 DRZ

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,869 mi
Last recorded4,869 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY05 DRZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 4,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 4,625 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 4,454 miles

None std exhaust fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2016 4,454 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 4,048 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 1,825 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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MY05 DRZ is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 9,118 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 MY05 DRZ, 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 21 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 MY05 DRZ registered?

MY05 DRZ is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is MY05 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY05 DRZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MY05 DRZ have outstanding finance?

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