MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,190 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400SM?
Based on 8,163 MOT tests across 858 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YB08 JZA is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 JZA, 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.
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How do I check the history of YB08 JZA?
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What year was YB08 JZA registered?
YB08 JZA is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 19 June 2008.
Is YB08 JZA safe to buy?
The MOT history for YB08 JZA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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