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AY03 KWU

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

3,056 mi
Last recorded3,056 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 KWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 3,056 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 2,997 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 2,989 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 2,963 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 2,963 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 May 2013 2,954 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 2,947 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 2,913 miles

Weak battery

Fail 30 Oct 2010 2,913 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Weak battery

Pass 2 Jul 2009 2,736 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 2,623 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 2,435 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 2,291 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 KWU is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KWU, 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 KWU registered?

AY03 KWU is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 2 August 2003.

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The MOT history for AY03 KWU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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