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M51 HPA

1994 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,683 mi
Last recorded27,683 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 1994 Suzuki DR65025,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM51 HPA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 27,683 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 26,898 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 26,898 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 26,464 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 26,457 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 26,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jan 2020 26,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 25,975 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 25,793 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 25,035 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 24,235 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 28 May 2014 22,832 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 May 2013 22,520 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2013 22,507 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 20,680 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 15,322 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 15,322 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 15,151 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 14,711 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 13,120 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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M51 HPA is a 1994 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M51 HPA, 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 M51 HPA registered?

M51 HPA is a 1994 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is M51 HPA safe to buy?

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