MOT Status
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46,045 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
slight corrosion all round
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
throttle slow on returning
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Caliper sliding pins worn.
Slow return on throttle.
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear caliper hanger worn
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear caliper hanger worn
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength Caliper mount (3.2.A1)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Bobbins (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear caliper pins worn
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear caliper pins worn
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear caliper pins worn
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
rear caliper slider worn
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Nearside Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
forks covered in gaitors
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Nearside Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
forks covered in gaitors
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
forks covered in gaitors
front forks covered by giators
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
chain and rear sprocket badly worn
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
front forks covered by gaitors
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR650?
Based on 4,807 MOT tests across 610 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P972 PCV is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 P972 PCV, 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.
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What year was P972 PCV registered?
P972 PCV is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 20 December 1996.
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