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R165 LPR

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,968 mi
Last recorded24,968 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR165 LPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2020 24,968 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 24,963 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 24,538 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 24,401 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 24,311 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 24,134 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 24,043 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)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 23,601 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2010 23,443 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 22,971 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 22,418 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 21,291 miles

front brake pads worn low

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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R165 LPR is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R165 LPR, 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 R165 LPR registered?

R165 LPR is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 22 October 1997.

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