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NH08 VMY

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,086 mi
Last recorded19,086 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH08 VMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 19,086 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 19,086 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Offside pedal sticking (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 14,047 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2020 14,047 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 10,516 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 8,885 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 6,808 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2016 6,050 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 5,202 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2014 5,202 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 31 Aug 2013 4,099 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 4,099 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 2,416 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 2,416 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 1,398 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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NH08 VMY is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NH08 VMY, 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 NH08 VMY registered?

NH08 VMY is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is NH08 VMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH08 VMY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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