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YJ03 WLE

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 WLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 6 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 6 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 10,799 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 10,342 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 10,027 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 9,991 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 9,975 miles

Front Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 5 May 2010 9,897 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 9,202 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 7,326 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 7,326 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

no direction indicators (not needed on off road bike)

rear pads worn close to limit

Pass 22 Jun 2006 6,252 miles

NO LIGHTS FITTED- DAYTIME USE ONLY.

Fail 5 May 2006 6,195 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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YJ03 WLE is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YJ03 WLE, 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 YJ03 WLE registered?

YJ03 WLE is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 8 April 2003.

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