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EU53 WHZ

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

23,182 mi
Last recorded23,182 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 WHZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 23,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 23,058 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 22,783 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 22,029 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 21,298 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 20,449 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2020 20,070 miles

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 18,787 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 18,787 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 17,568 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 16,246 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 15,038 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 15,032 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 12,742 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 12,525 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 12,525 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 12,048 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 11,613 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 11,054 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 6,074 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 5,800 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 5,328 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 4,685 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 WHZ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EU53 WHZ, 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 WHZ registered?

EU53 WHZ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is EU53 WHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 WHZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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