MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,751 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
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)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
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)
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))
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350SE?
Based on 5,481 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is R173 LJU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R173 LJU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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