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R458 EHS

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,598 mi
Last recorded15,598 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR458 EHS
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 15,598 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 15,598 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 14,331 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 13,200 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 11,816 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Feb 2023 11,816 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 10,475 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 9,219 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 7,743 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 7,743 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 6,348 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 5,571 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 5,571 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 4,911 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 4,690 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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R458 EHS is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R458 EHS, 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 R458 EHS registered?

R458 EHS is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R458 EHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R458 EHS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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