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P496 XRH

1996 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,621 mi
Last recorded66,621 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP496 XRH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2024 66,621 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 65,941 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Apr 2023 65,941 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 77,927 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 77,927 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 59,435 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 56,789 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 53,930 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 49,753 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 49,753 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 46,829 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2015 44,344 miles

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

headlamp mask fitted

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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P496 XRH 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 75%.

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 P496 XRH, 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 P496 XRH registered?

P496 XRH is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 16 August 1996.

Is P496 XRH safe to buy?

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