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RE56 WCY

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,005 mi
Last recorded9,005 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 WCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 9,005 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 8,836 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 8,726 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 8,614 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 8,413 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 8,307 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 8,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 7,884 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2013 7,880 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 7,208 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 7,208 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Mar 2011 6,092 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 3,244 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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RE56 WCY is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RE56 WCY, 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 RE56 WCY registered?

RE56 WCY is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is RE56 WCY safe to buy?

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