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AY03 FYL

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,624 mi
Last recorded25,624 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 FYL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 25,624 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 May 2015 25,555 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 18 May 2013 25,501 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 25 May 2012 25,440 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 25,249 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 25,188 miles

Front calliper is dragging slightly.

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 25,188 miles

Front calliper is dragging slightly.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 24,940 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 24,568 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 24,556 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 24,062 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 22,963 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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AY03 FYL is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AY03 FYL, 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 AY03 FYL registered?

AY03 FYL is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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