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SJ08 WNA

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,194 mi
Last recorded6,194 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 WNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 6,194 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 5,865 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 5,580 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2023 5,411 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 5,152 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 5,037 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 5,037 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 3,894 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 3,294 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 3,076 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 2,887 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 2,669 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 2,121 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 2,121 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2014 1,713 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 1,713 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 1,426 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 308 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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SJ08 WNA is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SJ08 WNA, 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 SJ08 WNA registered?

SJ08 WNA is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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