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AF03 ECV

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,942 mi
Last recorded20,942 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 ECV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2015 20,942 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,942 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 20,039 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 20,039 miles

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

clutch lever assy loose

Pass 24 Mar 2011 19,743 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 19,171 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 18,606 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,108 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 14,822 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 11,765 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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AF03 ECV is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF03 ECV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF03 ECV registered?

AF03 ECV is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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