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AY53 FVW

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,419 mi
Last recorded9,419 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 FVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 9,419 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 9,030 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 8,401 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 8,201 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 8,101 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 7,903 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 2 spokes loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 7,903 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 2 spokes loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 16 May 2019 7,748 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 7,640 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 22 Feb 2018 7,640 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 7,581 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 7,581 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2015 7,445 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 7,017 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 6,251 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 5,526 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 4,357 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 2,715 miles

Rear Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 2,577 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 2,522 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 2,382 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 FVW is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AY53 FVW, 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 FVW registered?

AY53 FVW is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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