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N653 MAM

1996 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,459 mi
Last recorded18,459 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350SE13,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN653 MAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 18,459 miles

ALL IGHTS ARE MASKED AT THE TIME OF TEST

Pass 29 May 2020 14,208 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 29 May 2020 14,208 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2015 12,662 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 12,627 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 12,627 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350SE?

Based on 5,481 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
383
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 71
wheel bearings have excessive free play 61
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
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N653 MAM is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 13,870 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 DR350SE fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N653 MAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350SE typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N653 MAM registered?

N653 MAM is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N653 MAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N653 MAM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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