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P484 XTA

1996 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,978 mi
Last recorded14,978 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP484 XTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 14,978 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 14,964 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 14,929 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 14,616 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 14,180 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 14,084 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 14,078 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2009 14,055 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 14,052 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 14,048 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 13,652 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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P484 XTA is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P484 XTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P484 XTA registered?

P484 XTA is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P484 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P484 XTA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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