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R179 VDV

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Yellow Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

1,944 mi
Last recorded1,944 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR179 VDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 1,944 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 1,907 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 1,848 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 1,848 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 1,705 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 1,478 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 1,369 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 1,010 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 720 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 409 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 10 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 13,778 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 8 May 2010 13,336 miles

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 13,589 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 11,431 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 11,431 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 11,054 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 10,397 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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R179 VDV is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Yellow with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 R179 VDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R179 VDV registered?

R179 VDV is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R179 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R179 VDV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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