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PX05 EXR

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

11,844 mi
Last recorded11,844 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 EXR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 11,844 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 11,765 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 11,688 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 11,608 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 11,470 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 11,393 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 11,311 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 11,293 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 10,535 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 9,424 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 8,776 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 7,733 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 7,180 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 6,392 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 5,260 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 5,168 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 3,113 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 2,539 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 2,539 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(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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PX05 EXR is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PX05 EXR, 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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What year was PX05 EXR registered?

PX05 EXR is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is PX05 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX05 EXR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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