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P232 YUA

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,887 mi
Last recorded30,887 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 YUA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 30,887 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 30,497 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 30,010 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 29,641 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 29,209 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 29,205 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 29,205 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 28,707 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 28,744 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 28,122 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 27,991 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 27,295 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 26,704 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 25,893 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 25,874 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

front caliper floating pivots worn

Pass 16 Oct 2007 24,806 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 23,146 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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P232 YUA is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P232 YUA, 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 P232 YUA registered?

P232 YUA is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P232 YUA safe to buy?

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