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SY06 COU

2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

2,612 mi
Last recorded2,612 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S7,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY06 COU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 2,612 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 2,553 miles
Pass 27 May 2024 2,466 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 2,387 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 22,665 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 2,266 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 2,186 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

front tyre has slight cracking

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Jun 2019 2,046 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

front tyre has slight cracks

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Jun 2018 1,966 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front tyre has a slight cut

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Jun 2017 1,778 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Jun 2016 1,670 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

all lights taped, daylight test conducted

Pass 17 Jun 2015 1,431 miles

Chain guard missing

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Jun 2014 1,329 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

daylight test carried out as lightsd taped over

Pass 10 Jun 2013 1,169 miles

daylight test.all lights taped over

Pass 6 Jun 2012 1,054 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

daylight test carried out

Pass 10 May 2011 893 miles

As per the MIM, Sec. 1, sub section 1.1, ' only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility'.

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 4 May 2011 893 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 739 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 591 miles

As per the MIM Sec. 1 sub section 1.1 ' only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility'

Chain guard missing

Fail 21 May 2009 591 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

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

As per the MIM Sec. 1 sub section 1.1 ' only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility'

Chain guard missing

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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SY06 COU is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SY06 COU, 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 SY06 COU registered?

SY06 COU is a 2006 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 June 2006.

Is SY06 COU safe to buy?

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