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WK03 BUH

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,739 mi
Last recorded13,739 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 BUH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 13,739 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 13,739 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 13,739 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 13,623 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 13,567 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 13,567 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 20 Dec 2016 13,277 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 12,940 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 12,290 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 12,289 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 11,592 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,176 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 10,583 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,884 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 8,327 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 6,436 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 5,855 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 5,799 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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WK03 BUH is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WK03 BUH, 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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WK03 BUH is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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