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P742 OVG

1996 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

38,166 mi
Last recorded38,166 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP742 OVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 38,166 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 37,838 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 37,475 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Light wear front brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 36,099 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 33,622 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 31,403 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 31,403 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Aug 2017 31,394 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease major oil leak from engine spreading over brake controls etc. (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside left wing mirror is loose

Pass 17 Aug 2016 30,685 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 30,685 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 28,234 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 28,234 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 26,888 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 26,164 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 24,897 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 24,889 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 24,845 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 24,580 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 24,569 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 24,301 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 23,858 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 22,027 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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P742 OVG is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P742 OVG, 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 P742 OVG registered?

P742 OVG is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 28 December 1996.

Is P742 OVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P742 OVG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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