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RJ08 YHC

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,467 mi
Last recorded13,467 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 YHC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 13,467 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRAME (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened CHROME SLIDERS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened CHROME SLIDER (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 13,097 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 11,635 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 7,403 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 6,698 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 6,631 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 6,460 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 6,049 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 5,534 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 4,633 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 4,633 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 3,556 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 3,290 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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RJ08 YHC is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 8,514 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 RJ08 YHC, 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 18 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 RJ08 YHC registered?

RJ08 YHC is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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