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J954 MJL

1990 Suzuki DR800

Red Petrol 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,671 mi
Last recorded46,671 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Suzuki DR80029,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ954 MJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR800
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 46,671 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2025 46,441 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 45,901 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 45,901 miles

Rear Wheel has loose rivet/s or bolts (5.2.2 (e) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 45,843 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside throttle grip ripped torn

Rear Brake binding but not excessively when rotated backwards (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2022 45,843 miles

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

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure bolt missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside throttle grip ripped torn

Rear Brake binding but not excessively when rotated backwards (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 45,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 44,746 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 43,954 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 43,954 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (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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J954 MJL is a 1990 Suzuki DR800 in Red with a 799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J954 MJL, 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 J954 MJL registered?

J954 MJL is a 1990 Suzuki DR800, first registered on 1 January 1990.

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