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YE03 XLV

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

9,350 mi
Last recorded9,350 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 XLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 9,350 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 54 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013
Pass 21 May 2011 4,908 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 2,491 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 6,313 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 6,308 miles

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

unable to identify for road use markings on rear tyre

Pass 16 May 2008 4,372 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 3,442 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 3,039 miles

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

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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YE03 XLV is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YE03 XLV, 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 YE03 XLV registered?

YE03 XLV is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 21 June 2003.

Is YE03 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE03 XLV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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