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WG08 AXO

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

21,005 mi
Last recorded21,005 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 AXO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 21,005 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 20,574 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 20,574 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 20,446 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2023 20,496 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 19,651 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 17,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 17,538 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2021 15,852 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 5,066 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 5,066 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 4,195 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 4,189 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

exhaust guard loose

Fail 15 Jul 2017 4,189 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

exhaust guard loose

Pass 20 Jun 2016 3,984 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Jun 2014 3,981 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2013 3,706 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2012 3,187 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 2,121 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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WG08 AXO is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WG08 AXO, 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.

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What year was WG08 AXO registered?

WG08 AXO is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 12 May 2008.

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