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N47 LEX

1999 Suzuki Dr

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

6,808 mi
Last recorded6,808 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Dr12,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN47 LEX
MakeSuzuki
ModelDr
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 6,808 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 6,808 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 4,316 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 1,339 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 33,881 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 33,694 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 33,195 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 33,186 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 32,539 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 32,522 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 31,544 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Dr?

Based on 2,611 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
462
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 23
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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N47 LEX is a 1999 Suzuki Dr in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Dr models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 12,054 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 Dr fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N47 LEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Dr typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki Dr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N47 LEX registered?

N47 LEX is a 1999 Suzuki Dr, first registered on 12 April 1999.

Is N47 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N47 LEX shows 11 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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