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VX53 SRZ

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,929 mi
Last recorded11,929 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 SRZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2011 11,929 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 8,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 5,114 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 5,114 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 4,413 miles

1. Rear tyre is close to wear limit. 2. mot is for daytime use only.

Pass 25 Oct 2006 3,314 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
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VX53 SRZ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VX53 SRZ, 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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How do I check the history of VX53 SRZ?

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What year was VX53 SRZ registered?

VX53 SRZ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is VX53 SRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 SRZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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