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J979 LTP

2005 Suzuki DR250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

2,576 mi
Last recorded2,576 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR25017,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ979 LTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR250
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 2,576 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 2,484 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 387 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 3 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 3 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 33,096 miles

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 23 Sep 2008 33,096 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 31,509 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 31,486 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 28,117 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR250?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Direction indicator not working 15
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J979 LTP is a 2005 Suzuki DR250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 17,414 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 DR250 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J979 LTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J979 LTP registered?

J979 LTP is a 2005 Suzuki DR250, first registered on 8 June 2005.

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