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RF06 GWP

2006 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,199 mi
Last recorded23,199 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 SK57,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF06 GWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 SK5
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 23,199 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2024 22,648 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 21,452 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 21,406 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 21,406 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 21,399 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength caliper mounting pins (3.2.A1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Feb 2017 21,399 miles

Direction indicator missing all (1.5.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength caliper mounting pins (3.2.A1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 21,399 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 21,399 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 21,147 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 10 Jan 2015 21,147 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 14,010 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 9,617 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 8,277 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 7,217 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 5,733 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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RF06 GWP is a 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 7,852 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 RF06 GWP, 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 20 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 RF06 GWP registered?

RF06 GWP is a 2006 Suzuki Drz 400 SK5, first registered on 19 July 2006.

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