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FG06 ZWC

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

8,820 mi
Last recorded8,820 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG06 ZWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 8,820 miles

Clutch lever shortened short lever fitted (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied short lever fitted (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement front link bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 8,820 miles

Clutch lever shortened short lever fitted (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied short lever fitted (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement front link bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 8,673 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 8,548 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 8,372 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 8,370 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2020 8,023 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 7,871 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 7,347 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 6,975 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 3,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Aug 2012 3,471 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 3,471 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 3,243 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test. Off road motorcycle.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 3,243 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test. Off road motorcycle.

Pass 22 Jul 2010 3,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2009 2,254 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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FG06 ZWC is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 7,314 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 FG06 ZWC, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG06 ZWC registered?

FG06 ZWC is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 13 June 2006.

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