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YH08 HYW

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,996 mi
Last recorded9,996 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 HYW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 9,996 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 9,996 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2021 9,740 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 9,146 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 8,683 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 7,352 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 7,171 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 6,235 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 5,917 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 5,241 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 16 Apr 2014 5,241 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 4,231 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 2,309 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 1,154 miles

NO CHAIN GUARD FITTED

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.

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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YH08 HYW 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 YH08 HYW, 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 YH08 HYW registered?

YH08 HYW is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YH08 HYW 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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