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PP53 GAS

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

3,344 mi
Last recorded3,344 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPP53 GAS
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 3,344 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2026 3,344 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 3,243 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 3,172 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 3,094 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 2,969 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 2,744 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 2,405 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 2,397 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 2,377 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 2,365 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 2,326 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 2,254 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 2,175 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 2,028 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 1,843 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 1,843 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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PP53 GAS is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 8,630 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 PP53 GAS, 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 20 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 PP53 GAS registered?

PP53 GAS is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is PP53 GAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PP53 GAS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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