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YA54 UYK

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

5,726 mi
Last recorded5,726 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA54 UYK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 5,726 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 5,726 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 5,624 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 5,553 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 5,333 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 5,097 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 21 Jul 2018 5,048 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 4 Jul 2017 4,876 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 4,657 miles

no chain guard fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2015 4,070 miles

Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 4,070 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp missing (1.2.3a)

Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 3,682 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 Feb 2013 2,427 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 2,427 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 2,365 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 2,365 miles

Front Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 2,007 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 1,824 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 1,576 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 1,272 miles

daytime use only,all lights masked over

Fail 1 Feb 2008 1,271 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Upper Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

rear light fail because no number plate illumination,,,,reflector encroches number plate

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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YA54 UYK is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YA54 UYK, 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 YA54 UYK registered?

YA54 UYK is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 8 February 2005.

Is YA54 UYK safe to buy?

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