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M527 SMV

2016 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 641cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,750 mi
Last recorded59,750 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM527 SMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine641cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 59,750 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 55,235 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 49,795 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 49,698 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 47,958 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 46,746 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 45,706 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 43,507 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2016 43,507 miles

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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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M527 SMV is a 2016 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M527 SMV, 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 10 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M527 SMV registered?

M527 SMV is a 2016 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 1 November 2016.

Is M527 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M527 SMV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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