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P468 GUK

1996 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,229 mi
Last recorded29,229 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP468 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 29,229 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 28,826 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 26,974 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2012 26,974 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 26,541 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 26,536 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 25,440 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 25,440 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 23,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Small No plate fitted

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 May 2006 22,689 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 22,091 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P468 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P468 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 P468 GUK registered?

P468 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is P468 GUK safe to buy?

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