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FE54 VVC

2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,177 mi
Last recorded21,177 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S6,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE54 VVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400S
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 21,177 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 21,177 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 20,341 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 20,257 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 20,038 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 19,914 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 17,913 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 17,901 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 17,752 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 17,752 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 16,989 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 16,989 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 16,056 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 15,482 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 13,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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FE54 VVC is a 2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 6,703 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 FE54 VVC, 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 22 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 FE54 VVC registered?

FE54 VVC is a 2004 Suzuki DR-Z400S, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is FE54 VVC safe to buy?

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