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YE08 KVJ

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

23,590 mi
Last recorded23,590 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 KVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 23,590 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 23,549 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 23,429 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 23,252 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019
Fail 6 Apr 2019

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 29 Feb 2016 20,305 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 17,969 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 15,434 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 15,434 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2013 12,928 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 12,928 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 10,410 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 7,515 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 7,515 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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 KVJ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KVJ, 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 KVJ registered?

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

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