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VX05 KLP

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,001 mi
Last recorded6,001 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 KLP
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2014 6,001 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 30 Jan 2014 6,001 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 5,759 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 9,690 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Pass 4 Nov 2011
Pass 4 Jun 2010
Fail 25 May 2010 521 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 1,009 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 469 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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VX05 KLP is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX05 KLP, 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.

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What year was VX05 KLP registered?

VX05 KLP is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 16 April 2005.

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