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YJ53 HPE

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,555 mi
Last recorded4,555 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 HPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2012 4,555 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 2,908 miles
Fail 14 May 2011

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

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Chain guard missing

winkers not fitted of road machine

Pass 30 Apr 2010 1,506 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 May 2009 441 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 9 miles

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 14 Jun 2008 3 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

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 HPE is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HPE, 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 HPE registered?

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

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