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W427 HKL

2003 Suzuki DRZ400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,632 mi
Last recorded26,632 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DRZ4004,043 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW427 HKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 26,632 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain and rear sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Sep 2016 26,632 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain and rear sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 24,095 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 21,315 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Sep 2014 21,315 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2011 18,089 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 16,954 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 16,530 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 16,154 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Two bolts missing from rear mudguard fixing bracket

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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W427 HKL is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W427 HKL, 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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W427 HKL is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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