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L980 XVV

1997 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,191 mi
Last recorded20,191 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR65023,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL980 XVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2018 20,191 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Rear swinging arm pivent mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 19,785 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 19,390 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 19,122 miles

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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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L980 XVV is a 1997 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 23,671 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 L980 XVV, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L980 XVV registered?

L980 XVV is a 1997 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is L980 XVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L980 XVV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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