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P976 JYB

1996 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

27,944 mi
Last recorded27,944 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP976 JYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 27,944 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 25,044 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 23,235 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 22,930 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2021 22,893 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jul 2020 22,680 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 19,342 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 19,342 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 May 2017 19,067 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 18,278 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2014 18,247 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Feb 2013 18,168 miles

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Nearside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 18,168 miles

Nearside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 16,362 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 11,999 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 11,995 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 11,051 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2006 9,640 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 9,576 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P976 JYB is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P976 JYB, 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 P976 JYB registered?

P976 JYB is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 25 September 1996.

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