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WV52 EFM

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,291 mi
Last recorded19,291 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 EFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 19,291 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 19,279 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 19,062 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 19,060 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose one spoke slightly loose. (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 18,715 miles

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

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

clutch lever pivot worn

front brake lever pivot worn

Pass 17 Mar 2018 18,033 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Mar 2017 17,383 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 16,644 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 15,422 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 13,501 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 11,214 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 9,363 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 6,559 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 6,486 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 3,969 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 3,749 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 3,487 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 3,102 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 3,002 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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WV52 EFM 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 94.7%.

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 WV52 EFM, 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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WV52 EFM is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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