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M408 BHG

2005 Suzuki DR250

Yellow Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

31,412 mi
Last recorded31,412 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DR25017,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM408 BHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR250
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 31,412 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 31,412 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 31,412 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2023 31,412 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 9 Dec 2021 31,413 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 17 Apr 2019 26,604 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 18,130 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 16 Mar 2018 18,114 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 23 Jul 2015 17,886 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 17,549 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 17,521 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 17,243 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 16,207 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2011 13,962 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 13,962 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 13,939 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 12,668 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear number plate becoming difficult to read

Fail 23 Nov 2009 12,668 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 12,668 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 12,668 miles

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 12,204 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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M408 BHG is a 2005 Suzuki DR250 in Yellow with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 M408 BHG, 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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M408 BHG is a 2005 Suzuki DR250, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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