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DU03 AKZ

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 AKZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 2,001 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

chain & sprockets slightly worn

front wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 18 Mar 2023 2,001 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

chain & sprockets slightly worn

front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 30 Mar 2022 1,642 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

No lights time of test

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose swinging arm play change soon as possible (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 5,613 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 5,613 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 596 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 549 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013
Pass 2 Oct 2012
Pass 15 Oct 2011 783 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 79 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 21 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Jan 2009 21 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Jul 2007 4 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

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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DU03 AKZ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DU03 AKZ, 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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DU03 AKZ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 24 June 2003.

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