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M457 XTC

1995 Suzuki DR350S

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

34,363 mi
Last recorded34,363 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 1995 Suzuki DR350S11,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM457 XTC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 34,363 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 32,722 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 May 2016 32,722 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 32,663 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 32,663 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 30,347 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 30,347 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 28,700 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 28,700 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350S?

Based on 3,461 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
wheel bearings have excessive free play 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
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M457 XTC is a 1995 Suzuki DR350S in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki DR350S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 11,794 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 DR350S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M457 XTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350S typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 31 years old, this Suzuki DR350S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M457 XTC registered?

M457 XTC is a 1995 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M457 XTC safe to buy?

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