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R304 RCW

1998 Suzuki DR350S

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

8,510 mi
Last recorded8,510 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350S13,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 RCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2024 8,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlight mask fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Nov 2023 1,641 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 1,641 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 1,186 miles

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in front fork bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 1,162 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in front fork bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear pannel loose, likely to become detached

Pass 3 Dec 2020 876 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 329 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 9,890 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 9,890 miles

Front Brake component insecure brake lever adjuster locking nut (1.1.21 (c))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 10 Sep 2014 9,890 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 9,890 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Sep 2005 24 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350S?

Based on 3,461 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
wheel bearings have excessive free play 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
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R304 RCW is a 1998 Suzuki DR350S in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki DR350S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 13,788 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 DR350S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R304 RCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350S typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki DR350S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R304 RCW registered?

R304 RCW is a 1998 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R304 RCW safe to buy?

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