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N971 VAW

1996 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,560 mi
Last recorded24,560 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN971 VAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 24,560 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 24,445 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 24,443 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 23,701 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 23,062 miles

Clutch lever shortened. Ball end missing but lever still operational (6.2.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 22,503 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 20,837 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 18,475 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 17,109 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 15,966 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 15,076 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 14,120 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 11,803 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 11,803 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 11,374 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 11,350 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR650?

Based on 4,807 MOT tests across 610 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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N971 VAW is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 19,595 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N971 VAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N971 VAW registered?

N971 VAW is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N971 VAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N971 VAW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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