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YJ53 CHG

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

29,780 mi
Last recorded29,780 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 CHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 29,780 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 29,509 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 29,473 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 29,389 miles

Rear tyre perished

Pass 25 Jul 2019 29,266 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 29,105 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 28,406 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 27,952 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 27,938 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 27,705 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 27,701 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 27,216 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 26,043 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 21,023 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 14,635 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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YJ53 CHG is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YJ53 CHG, 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 YJ53 CHG registered?

YJ53 CHG is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ53 CHG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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