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WA53 LBF

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 LBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025

At the time of test all indicators removed off road solo rider type of machine

Pass 8 Aug 2024 26,385 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 26,145 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 26,145 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 25,507 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 11 Dec 2019 19,979 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Fail 29 Nov 2019 19,816 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 17 Sep 2018 17,127 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Fail 12 Sep 2018 17,127 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 15 Aug 2017 6,134 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 5,892 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2014 5,128 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 4,997 miles

travel on front brake lever

Pass 30 Nov 2011 4,591 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 5 Aug 2011 4,573 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Fail 7 Jul 2010 3,694 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 3,694 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 2,205 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 1,468 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

advise off road bike no indicators fitted

Fail 28 Apr 2008 1,468 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

advise off road bike no indicators fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2006 424 miles

VT32 PREVIOUSLY ISSUED ON TEST No.280754936392

Fail 30 Nov 2006 424 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Fork gaitors fitted - unable to fully test.

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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WA53 LBF is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 WA53 LBF, 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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WA53 LBF is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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