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LX53 LXA

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

12,590 mi
Last recorded12,590 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 LXA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 12,590 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 12,404 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front mudgaurd rubbing on radiator gaurd

Fail 1 Feb 2018 12,392 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front mudgaurd rubbing on radiator gaurd

Pass 10 Feb 2017 12,258 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front mudgaurd rubbing on radiator gaurd

Fail 1 Feb 2017 12,254 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front mudgaurd rubbing on radiator gaurd

Pass 17 Mar 2016 12,061 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 12,058 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 11,977 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 11,938 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,743 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 11,108 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 11,108 miles

Offside Upper Registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 10,570 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 9,999 miles

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Fail 27 Nov 2007 9,862 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 9,862 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 8,466 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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LX53 LXA is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LX53 LXA, 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 LX53 LXA registered?

LX53 LXA is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 19 November 2003.

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