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YK54 EET

2005 Suzuki DRZ400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

11,513 mi
Last recorded11,513 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DRZ4005,594 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK54 EET
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 11,513 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 4,382 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 2,596 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 1,269 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 1,269 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 8,650 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 691 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 9,580 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 11,110 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 1,999 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 567 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 567 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 221 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 221 miles

Rear Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 9,740 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 5,090 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 5,090 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2009

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jan 2009
Pass 24 Jun 2008 6,127 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 8,290 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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YK54 EET is a 2005 Suzuki DRZ400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DRZ400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 5,594 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 YK54 EET, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DRZ400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK54 EET registered?

YK54 EET is a 2005 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is YK54 EET safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK54 EET shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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