MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,953 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Upper Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
Central Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Central Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
exhaust silencer bolt missing
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
no indicators
rear bulb out and number plate light is showing a clear white light to rear of motorcycle
throttle slightly tight
Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
number plate small
rear reflector insecure
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350SE?
Based on 5,481 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P873 ARU is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 13,030 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 P873 ARU, 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 P873 ARU registered?
P873 ARU is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 15 February 1997.
Is P873 ARU safe to buy?
The MOT history for P873 ARU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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