MOT Status
ValidMileage
13,803 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400SM?
Based on 8,163 MOT tests across 858 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YH08 VAJ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 YH08 VAJ, 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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How do I check the history of YH08 VAJ?
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What year was YH08 VAJ registered?
YH08 VAJ is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 20 March 2008.
Is YH08 VAJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for YH08 VAJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does YH08 VAJ have outstanding finance?
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