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RO56 PVA

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

15,803 mi
Last recorded15,803 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 PVA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 15,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Oct 2025 15,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 15,158 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2024 15,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 15,153 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute Doesn't flash, stays on (4.4.4 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 14,362 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2023 14,362 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 13,089 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 13,036 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect led bulb fitted no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 12,035 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 11,535 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 10,690 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 10,690 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 9,320 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 7,340 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 7,283 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 6,875 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 5,275 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 4,694 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 2,960 miles

No number plate light fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2010 2,741 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 2,741 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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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RO56 PVA is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RO56 PVA, 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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RO56 PVA is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 22 September 2006.

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