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G79 BLR

1990 Suzuki DR800

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,687 mi
Last recorded52,687 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Suzuki DR80029,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG79 BLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR800
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 52,687 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 52,550 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 May 2024 52,550 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 50,978 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2022 50,974 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 49,391 miles

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering wiring loom (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 26 May 2021 49,389 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements obscured by mud guard (0.1 (d))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering wiring loom (2.1.4 (e))

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2015 49,389 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 49,349 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 42,956 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 42,885 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 37,569 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 25,516 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 25,516 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 24,809 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 23,775 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR800?

Based on 1,049 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
Direction indicator not working 9
Footrest insecure 8
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G79 BLR is a 1990 Suzuki DR800 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki DR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 29,914 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 DR800 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G79 BLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Suzuki DR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G79 BLR registered?

G79 BLR is a 1990 Suzuki DR800, first registered on 24 May 1990.

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