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PL03 CFX

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

8,118 mi
Last recorded8,118 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 CFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 8,118 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

No indicators fitted mainly off road use

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Rear lamp lens missing (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 8,074 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

No indicators fitted mainly off road use

Fail 8 Sep 2023 8,074 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

No indicators fitted mainly off road use

Pass 18 Sep 2021 7,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No indicators fitted mainly off road use

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Lens missing (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2021 7,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No indicators fitted mainly off road use

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Lens missing (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2020 7,618 miles

No indicators fitted mainly off road use

No rear footrests fitted mainly off road use

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Rear light lens missing but not showing white light (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 7,618 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

No indicators fitted mainly off road use

No rear footrests fitted mainly off road use

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Rear light lens missing but not showing white light (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 7,314 miles

No indicators fitted mainly off road use

No rear footrests fitted mainly off road use

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2016 6,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 12 Mar 2015 5,941 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 5,553 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 5,499 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

enduro .. no turn signals fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2012 5,103 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

enduro off road bike --no turn signals fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2011 4,896 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 4,896 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 3,736 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 2,964 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 2,585 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 2,585 miles

Rear Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

rear tyre wearing low

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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PL03 CFX is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 PL03 CFX, 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 PL03 CFX registered?

PL03 CFX is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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