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YJ54 SZT

2004 Suzuki DRZ400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

41,863 mi
Last recorded41,863 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DRZ4005,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 SZT
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 41,863 miles
Fail 30 May 2026 41,863 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 41,859 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 40,970 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2023 40,966 miles

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2022 40,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 39,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 39,253 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 39,247 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 39,240 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 38,954 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 38,714 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 38,044 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Nov 2014 38,037 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Dec 2013 37,703 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 37,462 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 37,240 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 37,240 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Oct 2009 34,405 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 34,405 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 28,611 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 28,611 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 25,343 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DRZ400?

Based on 2,234 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 39
Tyre is unsuitable 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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YJ54 SZT is a 2004 Suzuki DRZ400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki DRZ400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 5,505 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 DRZ400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ54 SZT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DRZ400 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki DRZ400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ54 SZT registered?

YJ54 SZT is a 2004 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 1 October 2004.

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