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EU53 FJZ

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,412 mi
Last recorded26,412 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 FJZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 26,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 25,777 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 25,597 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 24,949 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 69,896 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 68,010 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 67,433 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 66,629 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 63,695 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 58,795 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 54,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 47,201 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 40,562 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 32,916 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 25,640 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 18,117 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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EU53 FJZ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EU53 FJZ, 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 EU53 FJZ registered?

EU53 FJZ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is EU53 FJZ safe to buy?

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