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NT53 MPF

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

7,065 mi
Last recorded7,065 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT53 MPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2023 7,065 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022
Pass 1 Nov 2017 6,992 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Oct 2016 6,785 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 6,710 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 6,514 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 6,326 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 5,464 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 4,265 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 12 Jul 2011 4,252 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 2,853 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 2,348 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 2,323 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 2,292 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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NT53 MPF is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NT53 MPF, 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 NT53 MPF registered?

NT53 MPF is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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