2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM 0.4L Petrol · YP08 MXO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of unresolved mechanical neglect. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 20,460 miles resulted in a pass, the exhaust system has been flagged as noisy in every inspection dating back to October 2024. This indicates a recurring fault with the exhaust manifold, heat shields, or internal baffles that the owner has failed to rectify permanently, opting instead to meet the minimum legal pass requirements. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 20,460 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 1,137 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap in usage between October 2024 and April 2025, where only 257 miles were covered in six months. Such low mileage often suggests the bike sits for long periods, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, dry seals, and corrosion, as evidenced by the drive chain and tyre issues noted in September 2024. A buyer must focus specifically on the exhaust system to determine the source of the persistent noise, as this could range from a simple leak to internal structural failure. The September 2024 failure revealed a rear tyre below the legal tread limit and a loose drive chain, suggesting that basic preventative maintenance is ignored until a failure forced action. Inspection should also verify the front sprocket cover, which was previously missing, and ensure the registration plate and rear reflector are now secured correctly following the previous failures.