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P864 AFJ

1996 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

37,640 mi
Last recorded37,640 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350SE13,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP864 AFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 37,640 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 37,640 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 37,512 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 37,143 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 36,545 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 35,696 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 34,832 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 34,832 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 33,010 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 28,718 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 27,777 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 27,774 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Mar 2013 27,103 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 27,103 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 25,705 miles

Centre Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 24,440 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 23,547 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 22,586 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 21,496 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 20,261 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 20,261 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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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P864 AFJ is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P864 AFJ, 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.

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What year was P864 AFJ registered?

P864 AFJ is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 27 August 1996.

Is P864 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P864 AFJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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