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WG58 HJE

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,745 mi
Last recorded14,745 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG58 HJE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 14,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 14,542 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2023 14,539 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2022 14,222 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Indicator switch insecure switchgear loose. (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit. 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

large split in rear tyre. does not expose cord.

side light bulb blown in headlight.

Fail 26 Feb 2022 14,209 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess front and rear. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Indicator switch insecure switchgear loose. (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit. 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

large split in rear tyre. does not expose cord.

offside chain adjuster not in contact with spindle.

side light bulb blown in headlight.

Pass 11 Oct 2020 13,978 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 13,209 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2017 11,722 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 6,059 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 5,651 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 5,038 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 4,039 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 2,030 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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WG58 HJE is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WG58 HJE, 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 WG58 HJE registered?

WG58 HJE is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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