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YJ53 HNL

2003 Suzuki DRZ400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,921 mi
Last recorded3,921 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DRZ4004,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 HNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDRZ400
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 3,921 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 2,993 miles

Centre Front no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Sep 2015 1,454 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 417 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no usable lighting fitted at time of test

Pass 18 May 2013 297 miles

Chain guard missing

this vehicle should only be used during daylight hours and should not be used during darkness or at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 10 May 2012 74 miles

Chain guard missing

no usable lights fitted at time of test this vehicle should only be used during daylight hours and should not be used during darkness or at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 31 Jan 2011 75 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

fornt mudguard rubing slightly

speedo not fitted

this vehicle should only be used during day light hours and not at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 31 Jan 2011 75 miles

Chain guard missing

fornt mudguard rubing slightly

speedo not fitted

this vehicle should only be used during day light hours and not at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 23 Sep 2009 73 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

No lights fitted at time of test

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 73 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Suzuki DRZ400?

Based on 2,234 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 39
Tyre is unsuitable 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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YJ53 HNL is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki DRZ400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 4,043 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 DRZ400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ53 HNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DRZ400 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki DRZ400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ53 HNL registered?

YJ53 HNL is a 2003 Suzuki DRZ400, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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