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FB53 LCE

2014 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

461 mi
Last recorded461 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 LCE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 461 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

fuel cap rubber sealing rubber perished

Fail 8 May 2020 461 miles

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

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock catching loose wiring on left lock and wires shorting out (2.1.4 (c))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released on foot brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose x8 (5.2.2 (d))

fuel cap rubber sealing rubber perished

Pass 22 Mar 2019 461 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 461 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 383 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 383 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 383 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 263 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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FB53 LCE is a 2014 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FB53 LCE, 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 12 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400S is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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FB53 LCE is a 2014 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 March 2014.

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