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Q861SAV

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400

Yellow Petrol 396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,596 mi
Last recorded9,596 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z4004,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ861SAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2013 9,596 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 9,163 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 8,919 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 8,605 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 8,126 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 10 Oct 2008 7,642 miles

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

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

slight movement in rear swingarm.

Pass 10 Oct 2008 7,642 miles

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

slight movement in rear swingarm.

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400?

Based on 1,602 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Horn not working 15
Tyre is unsuitable 13
Wheel spoke excessively loose 11
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Q861SAV is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400 in Yellow with a 396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 4,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR-Z400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q861SAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q861SAV registered?

Q861SAV is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400, first registered on 4 January 2003.

Is Q861SAV safe to buy?

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