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YF08 ZPZ

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,688 mi
Last recorded16,688 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 ZPZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 16,688 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 14,380 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 9,710 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 9,458 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 9,105 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 7,423 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 7,423 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 5,635 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 5,576 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 5,510 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 5,510 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 5,490 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 5,026 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 4,777 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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YF08 ZPZ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZPZ, 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 YF08 ZPZ registered?

YF08 ZPZ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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The MOT history for YF08 ZPZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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