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P472 GUK

1996 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,757 mi
Last recorded28,757 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP472 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 28,757 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2021 28,757 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 28,597 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 25,503 miles

Nearside Front Lower Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 25,035 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 23,830 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 21,258 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 18,691 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 18,671 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 15,912 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 15,128 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 20 May 2006 13,983 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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P472 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P472 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 P472 GUK registered?

P472 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is P472 GUK safe to buy?

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