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J689 CYU

1992 Suzuki DR350S

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

44,180 mi
Last recorded44,180 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Suzuki DR350S16,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ689 CYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 44,180 miles

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

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

Fail 26 May 2026 44,180 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 43,898 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 43,898 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2022 43,838 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 43,646 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 43,471 miles

Rear reg plate can be read but because it is a scrambler the format as to be different it is easey to read

Pass 9 Dec 2018 43,317 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 42,755 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 41,864 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 41,641 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 41,354 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

advise rear caliper slight play

Fail 23 Apr 2010 41,352 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

advise rear caliper slight play

Pass 24 Jul 2008 40,804 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 40,804 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 May 2007 40,075 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 35,117 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

rear brake caliper mounting worn

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350S?

Based on 3,461 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
wheel bearings have excessive free play 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
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J689 CYU is a 1992 Suzuki DR350S in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki DR350S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 16,824 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 DR350S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J689 CYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350S typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Suzuki DR350S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J689 CYU is a 1992 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 1 March 1992.

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