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J183 EFU

1992 Suzuki DR800

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,862 mi
Last recorded61,862 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Suzuki DR80024,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ183 EFU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR800
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 61,862 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 60,897 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 60,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

beam image mask fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2021 59,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

tape on lens for beam image

Fail 19 Nov 2021 59,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect tape on lens (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

tape on lens for beam image

Pass 20 Jun 2019 58,014 miles

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

Front Brake Disc has slight runout.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 49,465 miles

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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J183 EFU is a 1992 Suzuki DR800 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki DR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,090 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 J183 EFU, 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 34 years old, this Suzuki DR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J183 EFU registered?

J183 EFU is a 1992 Suzuki DR800, first registered on 26 May 1992.

Is J183 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J183 EFU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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