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YE08 KVB

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,223 mi
Last recorded3,223 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 KVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 3,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2023 3,220 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 3,162 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 3,123 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp cuts out when steering turned

Fail 3 Mar 2021 3,123 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake performance not tested Due to excessive binding (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp cuts out when steering turned

Pass 15 Oct 2019 2,947 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 2,947 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock Clamp loose (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 2,414 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 2,402 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and bald on right side of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 1,441 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 1,356 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 1,298 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 1,167 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 979 miles
Pass 15 May 2012
Pass 9 May 2011 263 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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YE08 KVB is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 YE08 KVB, 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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YE08 KVB is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 17 April 2008.

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