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WX05 WZL

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

28,850 mi
Last recorded28,850 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 WZL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 28,850 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 28,850 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2019 27,623 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 27,623 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 26,556 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 25,686 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 25,684 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 24,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front pads worn

rear brake disc worn

Pass 22 Jun 2015 21,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 19,769 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 19,693 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 18,253 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 18,247 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 17,368 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 17,368 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 15,923 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 25 Jun 2011 15,923 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Pass 14 Jun 2010 12,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 9,814 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 6,522 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 6,522 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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WX05 WZL is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 WX05 WZL, 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 WX05 WZL registered?

WX05 WZL is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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