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WU05 CBY

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,634 mi
Last recorded13,634 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 CBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 13,634 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 13,438 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2023 11,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 11,844 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 11,072 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 11,072 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 10,622 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 10,622 miles

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 9,620 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 9,087 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 9,069 miles

chain guard missing

Pass 4 Aug 2014 8,973 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 8,973 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 8,338 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 8,227 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 6,022 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 3,781 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 3,156 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?

Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 450
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 248
Tyre is unsuitable 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
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WU05 CBY is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 5,718 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-Z400S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU05 CBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU05 CBY registered?

WU05 CBY is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is WU05 CBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 CBY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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