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N197 CDC

1996 Suzuki DR350

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,567 mi
Last recorded11,567 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR35011,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN197 CDC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 11,567 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 10,974 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 10,098 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 9,418 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 8,636 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2011 8,636 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 8,578 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 7,930 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 7,930 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fail 25 Sep 2007 6,330 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 6,330 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 5,658 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350?

Based on 2,344 MOT tests across 261 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 37
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
Tyre is unsuitable 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
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N197 CDC is a 1996 Suzuki DR350 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 11,999 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 DR350 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N197 CDC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki DR350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N197 CDC registered?

N197 CDC is a 1996 Suzuki DR350, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N197 CDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N197 CDC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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