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N662 OAE

1996 Suzuki DR250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

185 mi
Last recorded185 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR25019,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN662 OAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR250
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 185 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 185 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 142 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 7,163 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 13,500 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 13,405 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011
Pass 6 Apr 2010 20,681 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,422 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 19,422 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 17,814 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 17,814 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 16,171 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 16,169 miles

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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N662 OAE is a 1996 Suzuki DR250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N662 OAE, 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.

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What year was N662 OAE registered?

N662 OAE is a 1996 Suzuki DR250, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N662 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N662 OAE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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