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J748 JWV

1999 Suzuki DR800

Red Petrol 779cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,606 mi
Last recorded72,606 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ748 JWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR800
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine779cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2014 72,606 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 67,928 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 67,928 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 62,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2010 62,857 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 59,540 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2009 59,540 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 54,033 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 52,110 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 52,110 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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J748 JWV is a 1999 Suzuki DR800 in Red with a 779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 J748 JWV, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki DR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J748 JWV registered?

J748 JWV is a 1999 Suzuki DR800, first registered on 9 April 1999.

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