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VN05 RPO

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

11,850 mi
Last recorded11,850 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 RPO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 11,850 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 11,850 miles

Nearside Front Forks insecure pinch bolt loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 11,568 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 11,566 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Rear brake switch not working. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 11,242 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2021 11,242 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 10,913 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 10,729 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 25 May 2016 10,360 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 9,207 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 8,763 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 8,079 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 7,164 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 7,164 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2009 5,764 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 5,764 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2008 5,334 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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VN05 RPO is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 9,118 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 VN05 RPO, 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 21 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 VN05 RPO registered?

VN05 RPO is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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