CarVerify

Free Car Check

VX53 MXA

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,839 mi
Last recorded28,839 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 MXA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 28,839 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 28,505 miles

lights taped up daylight use only

Pass 14 Mar 2019 28,352 miles

lights taped up

Pass 7 Feb 2017 28,287 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 15,501 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 6,880 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 5,543 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 4,919 miles

front forks covered by giators

Pass 22 Nov 2011 4,304 miles

forks covered by giators

Pass 22 Nov 2010 3,890 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 3,034 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 2,517 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 1,781 miles

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
Full Suzuki DR-Z400S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VX53 MXA is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MXA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX53 MXA?

You can check the full history of VX53 MXA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VX53 MXA registered?

VX53 MXA is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is VX53 MXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 MXA shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX53 MXA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VX53 MXA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.