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P487 GUK

1996 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

13,518 mi
Last recorded13,518 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP487 GUK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 13,518 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 13,366 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 9,068 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 6,346 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 6,346 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 6,261 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 3,834 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 3,831 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 3,695 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2013 3,695 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 3,517 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 2,645 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 2,435 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 2,240 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 2,217 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 2,172 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 2,082 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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P487 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P487 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P487 GUK registered?

P487 GUK is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is P487 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P487 GUK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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