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L205 HHV

1994 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

45,556 mi
Last recorded45,556 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 1994 Suzuki DR65025,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL205 HHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 45,556 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 45,543 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2013 44,922 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 29 Jun 2013 44,922 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 44,375 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 44,375 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 41,423 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 41,423 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 39,616 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 39,616 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2008 37,812 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 37,812 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 36,404 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 35,615 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR650?

Based on 4,807 MOT tests across 610 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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L205 HHV is a 1994 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1994 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,657 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 DR650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L205 HHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 32 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L205 HHV is a 1994 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 8 February 1994.

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