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CN04 YBC

2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

374 mi
Last recorded374 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN04 YBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 374 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

this machine should not be used in the hours of darkness or poor visibility

Fail 4 Apr 2025 374 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

this machine should not be used in the hours of darkness or poor visibility

Pass 29 Mar 2022
Fail 28 Mar 2022

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2021

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018
Pass 24 Jul 2015
Fail 24 Jul 2015

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

drive chain sprockets worn

Pass 17 Apr 2014 374 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013
Fail 29 Apr 2013

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Links in drive chain seized

rear tyre under inflated

Pass 3 Feb 2012 4 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2010
Pass 29 Oct 2008
Fail 29 Oct 2008

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front and rear position lamps permanantly disconnected. Day time use only.

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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CN04 YBC is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 CN04 YBC, 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 CN04 YBC registered?

CN04 YBC is a 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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