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P36 VWL

1996 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

28,072 mi
Last recorded28,072 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350SE13,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP36 VWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 28,072 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 28,069 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 28,066 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 18 Jun 2016 28,063 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

rear brake has travel

Pass 6 Jun 2015 27,622 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 27,588 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 27,287 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 27,287 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 27,263 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 26,608 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2010 26,592 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 26,462 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 26,384 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 26,258 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 26,258 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2005 25,450 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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P36 VWL is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 13,870 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 P36 VWL, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P36 VWL registered?

P36 VWL is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 26 October 1996.

Is P36 VWL safe to buy?

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