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YC08 JXA

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

14,976 mi
Last recorded14,976 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 JXA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 14,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Jul 2026 14,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 14,474 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 14,357 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 14,357 miles

Central Front Lower All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 13,795 miles

Nearside Front Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2019 13,788 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2017 12,556 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 12,079 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 8,341 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 7,122 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 4,649 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 3,611 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 2,635 miles

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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YC08 JXA is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YC08 JXA, 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 YC08 JXA registered?

YC08 JXA is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is YC08 JXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 JXA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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