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YE08 KVG

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,366 mi
Last recorded9,366 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 KVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 9,366 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 8,096 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 6,969 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 6,060 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 4,796 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 4,732 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 3,906 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 3,889 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2016 3,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 3,702 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2014 3,545 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 3,545 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 3,413 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 3,413 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 3,109 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 2,344 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 KVG 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 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KVG, 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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What year was YE08 KVG registered?

YE08 KVG is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 17 April 2008.

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