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CX03 DWW

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,867 mi
Last recorded19,867 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 DWW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 19,867 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 19,503 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 19,491 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 19,483 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 19,182 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 19,138 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 18,931 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 18,931 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 18,191 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 17,671 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 17,664 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 17,589 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 17,589 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 17,478 miles

Front Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 18 Jul 2015 17,473 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 17,012 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 16,915 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 19,680 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 19,680 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 16,065 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 May 2010 15,118 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 May 2008 14,024 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 14,018 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 13,230 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 13,170 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2006 9,063 miles

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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CX03 DWW is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 6,642 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 CX03 DWW, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CX03 DWW registered?

CX03 DWW is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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