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YJ53 HMY

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,006 mi
Last recorded10,006 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 HMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 10,006 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 8,675 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 6,222 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 4,257 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 4,257 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 4,257 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 4,257 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 4,257 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 3,859 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 May 2016 3,263 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 3,074 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 2,468 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 1,910 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 1,691 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 1,258 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 1,000 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 HMY is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HMY, 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 HMY registered?

YJ53 HMY is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ53 HMY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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