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WG08 OEH

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,742 mi
Last recorded23,742 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 OEH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 23,742 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 23,742 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) bad connection (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 22,876 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 22,001 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 22,001 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 21,192 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 20,074 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 18,911 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 17,652 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 16,530 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 14,418 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 10,407 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 10,267 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 9,518 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 8,212 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 May 2011 7,259 miles

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

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

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 OEH is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OEH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG08 OEH registered?

WG08 OEH is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 4 June 2008.

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