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P168 TMV

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,253 mi
Last recorded20,253 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP168 TMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 20,253 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 19,734 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 19,384 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 19,380 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 19,301 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 17,429 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 13,125 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 13,071 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 12,937 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 12,937 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 12,740 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 11,935 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 10,757 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 5,616 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2006 4,224 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 4,224 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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P168 TMV is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 13,030 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 P168 TMV, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P168 TMV registered?

P168 TMV is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 25 July 1997.

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