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HJ52 HJY

2003 Suzuki Drz

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2024
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

8,949 mi
Last recorded8,949 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Drz4,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 HJY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 8,949 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 8,816 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired 2 led lamps not working (1.3.3a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front and rear (4.1.3(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 5,795 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 5,794 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play lower shock mount (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 5,560 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 5,467 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jan 2012 3,892 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 3,891 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Sep 2010

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 8 Sep 2010

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Dec 2008
Fail 12 Dec 2008

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2007
Fail 18 Dec 2007

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 161 miles

only used during daylight hours/and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 28 Nov 2006 161 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 28 Nov 2006 161 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz?

Based on 2,036 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
404
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Tyre is unsuitable 21
Wheel spoke excessively loose 15
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
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HJ52 HJY is a 2003 Suzuki Drz in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Drz models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 4,250 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 Drz fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ52 HJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Drz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ52 HJY registered?

HJ52 HJY is a 2003 Suzuki Drz, first registered on 23 January 2003.

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