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PJ54 WRV

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

791 mi
Last recorded791 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ54 WRV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 791 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 748 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 602 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 22,646 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 22,464 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 22,013 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 9,562 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Slight bind on rear brake

Pass 25 Apr 2017 7,973 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 6,158 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 5,776 miles

Chain guard missing

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

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 5,235 miles

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Jan 2013 4,117 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 3,247 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 3,247 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 2,988 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

mot for day time use only

Pass 17 Jun 2008 2,877 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?

Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 450
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 248
Tyre is unsuitable 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
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PJ54 WRV is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 5,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR-Z400S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ54 WRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PJ54 WRV registered?

PJ54 WRV is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 8 February 2005.

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