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L840 EFJ

1994 Suzuki DR650

Blue Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

17,229 mi
Last recorded17,229 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1994 Suzuki DR65025,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL840 EFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 17,229 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 17,075 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 16,968 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

number plate deteriated

Pass 14 May 2012 16,754 miles

no plate deteriated

Fail 12 May 2012 16,754 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

no plate deteriated

Pass 14 May 2011 16,575 miles

no plate deteriated

Fail 14 May 2011 16,575 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 May 2010 16,369 miles

no plate damaged

Fail 17 May 2010 16,369 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

no plate damaged

Pass 8 May 2009 16,072 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

no plate cracked

Fail 8 May 2009 16,072 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

no plate cracked

Pass 30 May 2008 15,464 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2008 15,464 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 15,463 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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L840 EFJ is a 1994 Suzuki DR650 in Blue with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 L840 EFJ, 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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What year was L840 EFJ registered?

L840 EFJ is a 1994 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 28 March 1994.

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