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RN52 FNP

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

9,074 mi
Last recorded9,074 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 FNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 9,074 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 15 Dec 2025 9,074 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 8,678 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 8,669 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 8,664 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 8,434 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 8,434 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 8,434 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 8,434 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 8,202 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 6,811 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 6,623 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 6,490 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 6,490 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 6,342 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 6,342 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 6,037 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 6,037 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2012 5,284 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 5,025 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 4,239 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2010 4,239 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 3,927 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 3,927 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 3,539 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 2,102 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 506 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 504 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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RN52 FNP is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 RN52 FNP, 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 RN52 FNP registered?

RN52 FNP is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is RN52 FNP safe to buy?

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