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WK52 VWL

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,663 mi
Last recorded7,663 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK52 VWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2024 7,663 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 7,445 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 21 Dec 2022 7,445 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 7,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 7,160 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure Mounting bolt missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure Mounting bolt missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 6,409 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 3,816 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 3,126 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 2,738 miles

No rear chainguard fitted.

Pass 30 May 2015 2,592 miles

No chainguard fitted.

Pass 11 Jun 2014 2,315 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 21 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 19 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 19 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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WK52 VWL is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WK52 VWL, 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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What year was WK52 VWL registered?

WK52 VWL is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 24 January 2003.

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