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P518 SMW

1996 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,313 mi
Last recorded14,313 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350SE13,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP518 SMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2011 14,313 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 12,533 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 10,343 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 9,211 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 8,933 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 8,572 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 8,543 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350SE?

Based on 5,481 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
383
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 71
wheel bearings have excessive free play 61
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
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P518 SMW is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 13,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR350SE fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P518 SMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350SE typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P518 SMW registered?

P518 SMW is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 19 October 1996.

Is P518 SMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P518 SMW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P518 SMW have outstanding finance?

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