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MF52 GHJ

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,018 mi
Last recorded16,018 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 GHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 16,018 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Emission Pipe Slightly Cracked (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 May 2024 14,778 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 13,388 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 12,526 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 11,135 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 10,044 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 May 2011 8,981 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 8,973 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 6,986 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 4,861 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 3,825 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 3,659 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 3,371 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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MF52 GHJ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MF52 GHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF52 GHJ registered?

MF52 GHJ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is MF52 GHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF52 GHJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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