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P854 VFU

2001 Suzuki DR250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

37,781 mi
Last recorded37,781 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki DR25027,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP854 VFU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR250
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 37,781 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 37,705 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 37,496 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 36,649 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 36,206 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 35,497 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 34,769 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 34,565 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 33,946 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 33,214 miles

rear tyre getting close

Pass 14 Nov 2015 32,052 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 31,736 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 31,736 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 31,720 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 31,710 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 31,710 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 31,710 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 31,710 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 May 2008 31,700 miles

drive chain slightly slack

Pass 3 May 2007 31,700 miles

front tyre has perishing cracks in side walls and tread

Pass 30 Mar 2006 31,696 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR250?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Direction indicator not working 15
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P854 VFU is a 2001 Suzuki DR250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki DR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 27,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR250 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P854 VFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki DR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P854 VFU registered?

P854 VFU is a 2001 Suzuki DR250, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is P854 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P854 VFU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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