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WK05 HJN

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

17,981 mi
Last recorded17,981 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 HJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 17,981 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear indicators slightly obscured

Pass 21 May 2024 17,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 May 2024 17,645 miles

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

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 17,474 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 17,474 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 17,139 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2021 17,139 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 16,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 15,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 15,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Very small (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 13,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 12,705 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 10,309 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 May 2015 10,309 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2014 8,419 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 7,243 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2012 6,217 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 May 2012 6,217 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 5,082 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 4,088 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2009 2,575 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2008 1,406 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 1,406 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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WK05 HJN is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 WK05 HJN, 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 WK05 HJN registered?

WK05 HJN is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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