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YK54 APX

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S5,718 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK54 APX
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022
Fail 28 Apr 2022

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2020
Pass 13 Oct 2018

DAYTIME USE ONLY

Pass 3 Oct 2017
Fail 3 Oct 2017

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Sep 2016

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015
Pass 21 May 2014
Pass 23 Apr 2013
Pass 23 Sep 2011
Pass 1 Aug 2011

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 10 Apr 2010

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2010
Pass 22 Jan 2009 281 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 5,013 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?

Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
3,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 450
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 339
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 248
Tyre is unsuitable 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
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YK54 APX is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 5,718 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-Z400S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK54 APX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YK54 APX registered?

YK54 APX is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 4 February 2005.

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