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P448 THR

1996 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,806 mi
Last recorded2,806 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP448 THR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 2,806 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024
Fail 6 Nov 2024

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 1,687 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 305 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 303 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 33,262 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 32,559 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 31,661 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 31,661 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 31,113 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 30,368 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 29,654 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 29,654 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Jun 2011 28,889 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 28,889 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 28,307 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 May 2010 28,298 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 May 2009 27,871 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 27,871 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 27,624 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 26,682 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 26,678 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 25,535 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR650?

Based on 4,807 MOT tests across 610 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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P448 THR is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 19,595 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 DR650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P448 THR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P448 THR registered?

P448 THR is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 11 December 1996.

Is P448 THR safe to buy?

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