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PN03 BYC

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

7,459 mi
Last recorded7,459 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 BYC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 7,459 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2026 7,439 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 6,657 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 5,784 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 4,475 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 3,981 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 3,969 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 2,848 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 2,848 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 1,395 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 1,395 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 1,290 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2011 1,290 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 935 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 7,280 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2006 6,788 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2005 1,004 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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PN03 BYC is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PN03 BYC, 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 PN03 BYC registered?

PN03 BYC is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is PN03 BYC safe to buy?

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