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FJ05 RCY

2005 Suzuki DRZ400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

5,511 mi
Last recorded5,511 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DRZ4005,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 RCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 5,511 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 5,420 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 5,356 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 5,260 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 5,224 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 5,224 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 5,165 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 4,939 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 4,851 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 4,763 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 4,491 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 3,808 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 3,574 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 3,574 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 3,253 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 3,253 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 3,249 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 3,249 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 2,640 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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FJ05 RCY is a 2005 Suzuki DRZ400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FJ05 RCY, 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 FJ05 RCY registered?

FJ05 RCY is a 2005 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is FJ05 RCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 RCY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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