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P273 MLE

1997 Suzuki DR350S

Blue Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,555 mi
Last recorded16,555 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350S12,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP273 MLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2023 16,555 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 16,130 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 15,876 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 15,857 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2018 15,616 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2016 15,540 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2015 15,376 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 15,052 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 14,561 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 14,561 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 14,215 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 14,215 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 13,386 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 13,386 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 12,956 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 12,650 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 12,560 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 11,724 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 10,514 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350S?

Based on 3,461 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
wheel bearings have excessive free play 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
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P273 MLE is a 1997 Suzuki DR350S in Blue with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki DR350S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 12,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR350S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P273 MLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350S typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki DR350S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P273 MLE registered?

P273 MLE is a 1997 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P273 MLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P273 MLE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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