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WU53 AFV

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,360 mi
Last recorded11,360 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 AFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 11,360 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 10,424 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2024 10,274 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 9,500 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 9,500 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 9,260 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 8,713 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 7,168 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 6,096 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 5,209 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 4,668 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 4,425 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 3,598 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 3,598 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 3,392 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2007 3,392 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 2,963 miles

No lights fitted at time of 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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WU53 AFV is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow 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 AFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU53 AFV registered?

WU53 AFV is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is WU53 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU53 AFV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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