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R37 LPD

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,895 mi
Last recorded62,895 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR37 LPD
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 62,895 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 58,156 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 21 Oct 2013 58,156 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 52,048 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 45,869 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 45,869 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 40,643 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 39,077 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2009 32,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 26,353 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 26,353 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 22,546 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 19,073 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 19,073 miles

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

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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R37 LPD is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R37 LPD, 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 R37 LPD registered?

R37 LPD is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R37 LPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R37 LPD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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