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P715 VAM

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

6,351 mi
Last recorded6,351 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP715 VAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 6,351 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 6,353 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 6,353 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 6,353 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 6,353 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2019 6,353 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 6,353 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 6,353 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn BOTH (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 6,353 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 6,282 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 5,981 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 5,813 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 5,211 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 4,935 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 4,935 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 4,160 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 4,208 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 3,916 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2006 3,916 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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P715 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 13,030 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P715 VAM, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P715 VAM registered?

P715 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P715 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P715 VAM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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