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R173 LJU

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,751 mi
Last recorded13,751 miles
Recorded on17 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 LJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2011 13,751 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2011 13,751 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 10,968 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 10,699 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 10,699 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 9,973 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 9,973 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 8,963 miles

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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R173 LJU is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R173 LJU, 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 R173 LJU registered?

R173 LJU is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 13 August 1997.

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