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YH55 FCU

2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

18,755 mi
Last recorded18,755 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K59,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH55 FCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz 400 Sm K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 18,755 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 12,578 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2024 12,578 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 7,115 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 5,951 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 5,533 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 4,993 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 4,909 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 2,732 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2016 2,732 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 2,108 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 1,526 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2012 696 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 696 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2010 591 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 441 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5?

Based on 2,118 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Direction indicators not working 11
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 10
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YH55 FCU is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 9,550 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 Drz 400 Sm K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YH55 FCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YH55 FCU registered?

YH55 FCU is a 2005 Suzuki Drz 400 Sm K5, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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