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WX53 CWA

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

14,413 mi
Last recorded14,413 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 CWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 14,413 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 14,402 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 13,665 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 13,206 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 13,162 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 11,051 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 11,051 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 10,765 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 8,835 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 5,048 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 5,048 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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WX53 CWA is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WX53 CWA, 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 WX53 CWA registered?

WX53 CWA is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 9 December 2003.

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