MOT Status
ValidMileage
28,428 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush mounting joint worn close to excess (5.3.2 (c))
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))
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
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))
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))
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))
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))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
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))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Wheel spoke excessively corroded (4.2.1b)
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
No lights fitted at time of test
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
front tyre worn close to limit
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400S?
Based on 32,719 MOT tests across 3,084 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is AY53 FUP safe to buy?
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