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P229 CPG

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,917 mi
Last recorded24,917 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 CPG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 24,917 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 23,339 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 22,917 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,903 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 19,065 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 19,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 May 2008 17,470 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2008 17,461 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 5 May 2007 14,637 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 14,135 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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P229 CPG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P229 CPG, 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 P229 CPG registered?

P229 CPG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P229 CPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P229 CPG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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