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CX05 BRZ

2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,476 mi
Last recorded26,476 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM9,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 BRZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024 26,476 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 26,175 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 25,843 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 25,236 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 25,220 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 25,220 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2014 22,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 15,769 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2013 15,740 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2012 10,428 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 6,211 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 6,211 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 1,749 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 1,010 miles

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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CX05 BRZ is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 9,118 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 CX05 BRZ, 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 21 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 CX05 BRZ registered?

CX05 BRZ is a 2005 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is CX05 BRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 BRZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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