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OU03 HXT

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,612 mi
Last recorded18,612 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 HXT
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 18,612 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 16,027 miles

Nearside Front Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 12,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 12,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 12,185 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 May 2018 12,159 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 11,034 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 11,034 miles

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Fail 25 Jun 2013 10,216 miles

Coolant low.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 10,216 miles

Coolant low.

Fail 20 Jun 2013 10,215 miles

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant low.

Pass 24 May 2012 9,590 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 8,464 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 8,226 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 8,226 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 7,943 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 7,900 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 4,341 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 3,794 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 3,794 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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OU03 HXT is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OU03 HXT, 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 OU03 HXT registered?

OU03 HXT is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 5 July 2003.

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