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R144 JDA

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,598 mi
Last recorded16,598 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 JDA
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 16,598 miles

Bike is fitted with an aftermarket exhaust system but is not excessively loud

Pass 4 Jul 2017 16,189 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 15,751 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 15,751 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 14,769 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 12,849 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 11,595 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 11,387 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Oct 2007 11,068 miles

has slight oil leak on bottom of lh fork leg

Pass 21 Oct 2006 10,556 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R144 JDA is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R144 JDA, 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 R144 JDA registered?

R144 JDA is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 24 September 1997.

Is R144 JDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 JDA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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