Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2005 Suzuki An400?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2005 Suzuki An400?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2005 Suzuki An400?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2005 Suzuki An400 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 158 vehicles, the 2005 Suzuki An400 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2005 Suzuki An400?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2005 Suzuki An400 are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (69.5% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (55.2% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (45% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2005 Suzuki An400?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki An400 (2005)

158 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.8% first-time pass rate

2005 Suzuki An400

CarHunch analysed 158 real MOT records for the 2005 Suzuki An400. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2005 Suzuki AN400 passes its MOT on the first attempt 88.8% of the time, which is a solid 8.8 points above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these scooters are generally well-maintained. However, one in five (19%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, so structural or safety issues do crop up — worth a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

At an average mileage of 17,540, these machines haven't been thrashed, and that relatively low usage means the average 1.38 failures per test are typically minor. The high advisory count of 4.5 per vehicle reflects the wear and tear typical of older scooters, so budget for routine maintenance like chain, brake pads, and fluids — get a full service history before you buy.

We have limited data for the 2005 Suzuki An400 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

88.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

19%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.38

Over 11.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

16k

Middle half: 10k–24k

For context

These stats describe 158 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 158 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 69.5%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 45%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 11.2%

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough · Front wheel bearings are excessively rough

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Exhaust & emissions 9.8%

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005.

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Before you buy a 2005 Suzuki An400

Based on MOT data from 158 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 19% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2005 Suzuki An400 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

15,542

typical

10,474

low mileage

23,515

high mileage

Half of all 2005 Suzuki An400 vehicles fall between 10,474 and 23,515 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,474 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 10,474–23,515 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2005 Suzuki An400s sit.

⚠ Over 31,745 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2005 Suzuki An400 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 30% of 2005 Suzuki An400s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 33 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (30% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

11.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.38

Avg failures per vehicle

4.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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