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B296 LRR

2004 Suzuki DR650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,258 mi
Last recorded16,258 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki DR65026,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB296 LRR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 16,258 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 14,179 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively sprocket bearing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 12,234 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

fuel cap seal missing

Fail 24 May 2024 12,215 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock l/h lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

fuel cap seal missing

Pass 20 Jun 2023 10,349 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 10,349 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 30,264 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR650?

Based on 4,807 MOT tests across 610 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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B296 LRR is a 2004 Suzuki DR650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 26,287 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 DR650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B296 LRR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B296 LRR registered?

B296 LRR is a 2004 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 11 February 2004.

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