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SV05 HWM

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

6,341 mi
Last recorded6,341 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 HWM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 6,341 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 6,336 miles

Rear Brake cylinder leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 May 2018 6,332 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Wheel spoke cracked (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose multiple (5.2.2 (d))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 6,065 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 5,777 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 5,777 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 5,358 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 5,219 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 4,660 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 2,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear reflector held on with gaffa tape but seems secure

rear tyre worn ( squared off )

Pass 28 Oct 2009 2,198 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?

Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 450
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 248
Tyre is unsuitable 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
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SV05 HWM is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 5,718 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-Z400S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV05 HWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SV05 HWM registered?

SV05 HWM is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 10 August 2005.

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The MOT history for SV05 HWM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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