MOT Status
ValidMileage
20,796 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
battery flat
Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400SM?
Based on 8,163 MOT tests across 858 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YF08 TZJ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
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 YF08 TZJ, 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 YF08 TZJ registered?
YF08 TZJ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 9 May 2008.
Is YF08 TZJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for YF08 TZJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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