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RN52 KCA

2003 Suzuki DRZ400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

278 mi
Last recorded278 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DRZ4004,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 KCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 278 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 275 miles

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

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 47 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 9,329 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 8,798 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 8,320 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 8,320 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 7,758 miles

all lights masked up at time of test

Fail 25 Jun 2016 7,756 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable not for road use (4.1.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 6,454 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 6,270 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 6,270 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2013 6,084 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

NUMBER PLATE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 6,084 miles

NUMBER PLATE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Pass 22 Nov 2011 5,637 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 5,047 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 3,716 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 3,658 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 1,876 miles

NO INDICATORS FITTED

Pass 25 Jan 2007 1,511 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 797 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DRZ400?

Based on 2,234 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 39
Tyre is unsuitable 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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RN52 KCA is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki DRZ400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 4,043 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 DRZ400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RN52 KCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DRZ400 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki DRZ400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RN52 KCA registered?

RN52 KCA is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 17 February 2003.

Is RN52 KCA safe to buy?

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