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PJ52 EWD

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

25,105 mi
Last recorded25,105 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ52 EWD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 25,105 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 25,057 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 25,031 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 24,990 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 24,990 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2015 24,613 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 23,068 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 20,536 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 20,536 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 19,650 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Left hand handlebar grip slightly insecure.

front brake lever shortened.

Fail 27 Jun 2012 19,650 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Left hand handlebar grip slightly insecure.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front brake lever shortened.

Pass 8 Jul 2011 15,236 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 10,343 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 10,039 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 9,845 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 8,955 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 8,203 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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PJ52 EWD is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PJ52 EWD, 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 PJ52 EWD registered?

PJ52 EWD is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 22 January 2003.

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