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WX53 CWM

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,938 mi
Last recorded10,938 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 CWM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 10,938 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 10,938 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 10,587 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 10 Dec 2013 10,040 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

cluth lever short

Pass 10 Dec 2013 10,040 miles

cluth lever short

Pass 8 Jun 2012 10,028 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 9,589 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 9,330 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 8,016 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 7,435 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 7,003 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 7,003 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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 CWM is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CWM, 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 CWM registered?

WX53 CWM is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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