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VX53 BYR

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,275 mi
Last recorded8,275 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 BYR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 8,275 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 8,275 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 8,246 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 8,246 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 8,232 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 8,232 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 6,203 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 5,836 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 5,758 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2011 5,517 miles

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

INDICATORS NOT FITTED AND SWITCHGEAR PERNANENTLY TAPED OVER.

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

Fail 9 Feb 2011 5,499 miles

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

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

INDICATORS NOT FITTED AND SWITCHGEAR PERNANENTLY TAPED OVER.

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 4,928 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 3,518 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 2,617 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 2,573 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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VX53 BYR is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX53 BYR, 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 VX53 BYR registered?

VX53 BYR is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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