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AY53 FUP

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

28,428 mi
Last recorded28,428 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 FUP
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 28,428 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 28,005 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush mounting joint worn close to excess (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 27,954 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush worn likely to effect the handling (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush mounting joint worn close to excess (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 27,500 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 27,479 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect size (0.1 (d))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2022 27,433 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 27,433 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 27,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 27,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 26,584 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 26,568 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 26,568 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 26,382 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 25,527 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 25,156 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 24,453 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Dec 2013 23,964 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively corroded (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 23,964 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 22,523 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 8 Jun 2010 7,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 7,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 5,946 miles

front tyre worn close to limit

Pass 1 Nov 2007 4,147 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 2,740 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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AY53 FUP is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 AY53 FUP, 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 AY53 FUP registered?

AY53 FUP is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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