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P156 PYD

1996 Suzuki DR650

Green Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,491 mi
Last recorded46,491 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 PYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 46,491 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 46,335 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 44,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 9 May 2020 44,274 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 40,497 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2018 40,497 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Dec 2016 35,896 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2016 35,896 miles

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

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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P156 PYD is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in Green with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P156 PYD, 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 P156 PYD registered?

P156 PYD is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 6 August 1996.

Is P156 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P156 PYD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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