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L296 GTM

1994 Suzuki DR650

Blue Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,153 mi
Last recorded29,153 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1994 Suzuki DR65025,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL296 GTM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 29,153 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 29,116 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 29,049 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 29,007 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 28,994 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 28,946 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 28,808 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2017 28,250 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 28,245 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 27,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 26,599 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 26,553 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 26,553 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 25,657 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 19,592 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 19,456 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 19,391 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 19,327 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 19,327 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2006 19,205 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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L296 GTM is a 1994 Suzuki DR650 in Blue with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L296 GTM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L296 GTM registered?

L296 GTM is a 1994 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 25 January 1994.

Is L296 GTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L296 GTM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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