2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM 0.4L Petrol · VO58 FPF

The 2008 Suzuki DR‑Z400SM remains roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 21 August 2025 at 12,051 miles passed without any recorded defects. The only advisory in the record, a light misting of oil on the off‑side front shock absorber noted on 15 August 2024, has not recurred, indicating a stable maintenance trend with the minor issue either resolved or not considered unsafe. Mileage has risen from 9,849 miles in August 2021 to 12,051 miles in August 2025, an average of roughly 670 miles per year. The incremental increases between each annual test are modest – 688 miles between 2021 and 2022, 574 miles to 2023, 596 miles to 2024, and 257 miles to 2025 – suggesting limited use rather than periods of high mileage accumulation. No large gaps or sudden spikes appear, and the record is otherwise clean. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the off‑side front shock absorber, confirming that the oil mist has not progressed to a leak or loss of damping performance. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of wear or corrosion, and verify that the brake discs and pads are within service limits, as no brake‑related advisories have been recorded. A visual check for rust on the frame and exhaust system, and a tyre tread inspection, will complete a thorough assessment before purchase.