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MV03 FYT

2003 Suzuki DRZ400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

9,515 mi
Last recorded9,515 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DRZ4004,043 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 FYT
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 9,515 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 2,631 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 9,410 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 9,740 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 9,740 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 9,560 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 6,661 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 6,147 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 5,435 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 5,292 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2012 5,292 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 May 2012 5,292 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 5,172 miles

rear no plate tarnish

Pass 12 Mar 2010 4,295 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 2,599 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 673 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 673 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DRZ400?

Based on 2,234 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 39
Tyre is unsuitable 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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MV03 FYT is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki DRZ400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 4,043 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DRZ400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV03 FYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DRZ400 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki DRZ400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV03 FYT registered?

MV03 FYT is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is MV03 FYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 FYT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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