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SH08 OEZ

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,464 mi
Last recorded11,464 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 OEZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2025 11,464 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2024 11,395 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 10,467 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 8,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 6,768 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 5,840 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 4,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 3,665 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 2,580 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 2,450 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 2,310 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 2,076 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 1,786 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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SH08 OEZ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SH08 OEZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH08 OEZ registered?

SH08 OEZ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is SH08 OEZ safe to buy?

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