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PJ54 WSU

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

8,716 mi
Last recorded8,716 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ54 WSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 8,716 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 8,236 miles

Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 8,200 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 23 Aug 2022 8,200 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

engine oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2021 8,058 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 7,841 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 7,450 miles

Exhaust slightly loose bracket corroded and bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 7,149 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 6,817 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 6,474 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 6,112 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 5,500 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 4,847 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 3,931 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 3,205 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 2,183 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 2,044 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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PJ54 WSU is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PJ54 WSU, 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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PJ54 WSU is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 February 2005.

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