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YB08 AEM

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,962 mi
Last recorded23,962 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 AEM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 23,962 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush shock (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 23,416 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 23,416 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 22,572 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 21,801 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 21,123 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 20,296 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 19,536 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 18,765 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 16,849 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear brake may need service/adjustment

Fail 19 Jul 2017 16,849 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear brake may need service/adjustment

Pass 19 Jul 2016 14,428 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 12,063 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front brake disc has slight movement

Pass 17 Jul 2014 9,711 miles

front disc has slight play

Fail 17 Jul 2014 9,711 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

front disc has slight play

Fail 16 Jul 2013 6,791 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 6,791 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 3,890 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 1,118 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 1,104 miles

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

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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YB08 AEM is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YB08 AEM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB08 AEM registered?

YB08 AEM is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 10 June 2008.

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