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HF53 LSD

2003 Suzuki Drz

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Suzuki Drz4,250 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 LSD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDrz
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 3,237 miles

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

Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess From fuel tap (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Lights masked with tape

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 3,237 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Lights coved with tape. DAYLIGHT use only

Pass 1 Jul 2021 3,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 3,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 3,237 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

lights masked with tape

Pass 12 Sep 2017 3,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 3,237 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 3,237 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 3,237 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate incorrect small (6.3.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 3,237 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 3,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 3,237 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 3,273 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 17 Nov 2010 3,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Nearside Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Offside Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 3,237 miles

syrups for rear passenger footrests

Fail 21 Sep 2009 3,237 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

syrups for rear passenger footrests

Fail 9 Sep 2008 3,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 3,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 2,881 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 2,881 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2006 2,707 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Drz?

Based on 2,036 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
404
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Tyre is unsuitable 21
Wheel spoke excessively loose 15
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
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HF53 LSD is a 2003 Suzuki Drz in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Drz models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 4,250 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 Drz fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF53 LSD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Drz typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Drz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF53 LSD registered?

HF53 LSD is a 2003 Suzuki Drz, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is HF53 LSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 LSD shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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