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BU03 KYY

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

17,283 mi
Last recorded17,283 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 KYY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 17,283 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 17,176 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 17,176 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 16,772 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 16,768 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Tyre Starting to Perish

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre staring to Perish

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 16,768 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Tyre Starting to Perish

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre staring to Perish

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 16,679 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 16,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake slightly binding

Pass 12 May 2015 15,298 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 16,028 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 May 2014 16,028 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2013 15,157 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Suspect front disc starting to crack

Pass 9 May 2012 14,614 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 13,884 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 12,447 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 May 2010 12,447 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 10,893 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 10,893 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 9,173 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 5,862 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 May 2007 5,862 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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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BU03 KYY 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 76.2%.

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 BU03 KYY, 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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BU03 KYY is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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