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R242 VOK

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,617 mi
Last recorded8,617 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 VOK
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 8,617 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 8,617 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 8,587 miles

Chain Gaurd Top bracket broken but not insecure

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2014 8,585 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Chain Gaurd Top bracket broken but not insecure

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 8,450 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 8,382 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 8,312 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 7,654 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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R242 VOK 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 75%.

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 R242 VOK, 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 R242 VOK registered?

R242 VOK is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 19 December 1997.

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