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SU06 DGY

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

10,548 mi
Last recorded10,548 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSU06 DGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 10,548 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 10,548 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 11,076 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 10,271 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 9,486 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2023 9,486 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 7,466 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 6,242 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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SU06 DGY is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SU06 DGY, 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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What year was SU06 DGY registered?

SU06 DGY is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 18 May 2006.

Is SU06 DGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SU06 DGY shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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