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PF05 DYJ

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,921 mi
Last recorded29,921 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 DYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 29,921 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 29,615 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 28,438 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))

Fail 7 Jan 2017 28,438 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))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 28,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 24,030 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 15 Aug 2013 24,030 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 20,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 16,478 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 11,771 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 6 Aug 2009 6,502 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 6,502 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 5,950 miles

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

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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PF05 DYJ is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 PF05 DYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PF05 DYJ registered?

PF05 DYJ is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 6 August 2005.

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