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PJ03 UGU

2003 Suzuki DRZ400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

13,472 mi
Last recorded13,472 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DRZ4004,043 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 UGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 13,472 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2024 13,155 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 13,011 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 12,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 12,766 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 12,604 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 11,408 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 11,251 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 11,251 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 10,783 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Apr 2016 9,918 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 9,629 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 8,536 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 11 Mar 2014 8,534 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 7,310 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 7,299 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 4,826 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 4,253 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 3,555 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 3,555 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 12 Nov 2008 3,272 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 3,272 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2007 2,321 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 2,321 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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PJ03 UGU is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJ03 UGU, 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 PJ03 UGU registered?

PJ03 UGU is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 15 July 2003.

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