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PN05 ZHU

2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

20,094 mi
Last recorded20,094 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK57,257 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 ZHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 SK5
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 20,094 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 19,547 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 19,547 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 18,952 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 May 2021 18,439 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 17,615 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 17,615 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 16,687 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 15,989 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 15,142 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 13,721 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 13,721 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 9,198 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 9,198 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 29 May 2012 6,879 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 5,263 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 5,263 miles

Nearside Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 3,737 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 3,060 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 SK5?

Based on 1,318 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 5
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PN05 ZHU is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 7,257 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 Drz 400 SK5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN05 ZHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PN05 ZHU registered?

PN05 ZHU is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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