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H498 EJR

2005 Suzuki DR650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,740 mi
Last recorded52,740 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR65014,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH498 EJR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 52,740 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 49,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 47,759 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2023 47,749 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 46,416 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 45,848 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 45,608 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 45,539 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 45,500 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 May 2015 45,342 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 44,617 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 43,588 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

advise number plate cracked

Pass 9 Mar 2011 42,595 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 40,953 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 40,953 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 40,458 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 39,651 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 39,651 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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H498 EJR is a 2005 Suzuki DR650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 14,105 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 H498 EJR, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H498 EJR registered?

H498 EJR is a 2005 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is H498 EJR safe to buy?

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