MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,053 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?
Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SA03 ELR is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
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 SA03 ELR, 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 SA03 ELR registered?
SA03 ELR is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 August 2003.
Is SA03 ELR safe to buy?
The MOT history for SA03 ELR shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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