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AU03 DZR

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

10,063 mi
Last recorded10,063 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 DZR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 10,063 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 10,017 miles

brake hoses in sleeves

Pass 20 Oct 2022 9,964 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 9,867 miles

brake hoses in sleeves

Fail 2 Sep 2021 9,867 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

brake hoses in sleeves

Pass 2 Sep 2020 9,756 miles

brake hose in sleeves

Pass 27 Aug 2019 9,682 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

brake hoses in sleeves

Fail 24 Aug 2019 9,673 miles

Offside All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

brake hoses in sleeves

Pass 3 Jul 2018 9,581 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2014 9,350 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2014

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 7,502 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Sep 2011 6,406 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Sep 2011 6,406 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 5,247 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 5,235 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 5,214 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 4,906 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Feb 2006 4,080 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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AU03 DZR is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AU03 DZR, 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 AU03 DZR registered?

AU03 DZR is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 6 March 2003.

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