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N139 XFJ

1996 Suzuki DR250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,827 mi
Last recorded17,827 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR25019,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN139 XFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR250
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2026 17,827 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2025 16,990 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 16,013 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 14,891 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 14,681 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 14,217 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 13,247 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 12,569 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 12,276 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 11,952 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 11,875 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 11,875 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 11,703 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 11,694 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 51,150 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012
Fail 20 Jun 2012

Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 49,877 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 49,021 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 48,873 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 48,288 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 48,288 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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N139 XFJ is a 1996 Suzuki DR250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 19,422 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 N139 XFJ, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki DR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N139 XFJ registered?

N139 XFJ is a 1996 Suzuki DR250, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N139 XFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N139 XFJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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