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WU53 AFJ

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

72,197 mi
Last recorded72,197 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 AFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 72,197 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 71,832 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2018 71,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2017 71,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 70,487 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 70,376 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 70,376 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 2 May 2014 70,000 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 May 2013 69,258 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 65,453 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2010 59,698 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 59,698 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 52,719 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 45,213 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 36,247 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Dec 2007 36,071 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 28,583 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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WU53 AFJ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WU53 AFJ, 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 WU53 AFJ registered?

WU53 AFJ is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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