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P454 GUK

1996 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,619 mi
Last recorded23,619 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP454 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 23,619 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 23,252 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 22,971 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 22,853 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 22,846 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 22,846 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2014 21,904 miles

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

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

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

Rear no.plate.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 21,904 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear no.plate.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 20,449 miles

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

Rear no.plate.

Pass 17 Jul 2012 18,689 miles

Rear no.plate starting to delaminate.

Pass 3 Aug 2011 17,564 miles

Rear no.plate.

Slight binding of front brake.

Pass 2 Aug 2010 17,071 miles

Rear no.plate.

Fail 29 Jul 2010 17,071 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear no.plate.

Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,577 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 16,304 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2008 16,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 14,634 miles

1) Front brake pads low.

Pass 25 Mar 2006 14,324 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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P454 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P454 GUK, 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 P454 GUK registered?

P454 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is P454 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P454 GUK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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