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R481 TUJ

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,846 mi
Last recorded27,846 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 TUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 27,846 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 27,445 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 26,679 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 25,126 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 23,320 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 21,389 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 20,257 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 19,268 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 19,268 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 19,153 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 19,034 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 19,029 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 19,025 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2013 19,025 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 18,872 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 18,790 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 18,784 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 14,254 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 14,104 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 9,698 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 9,698 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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R481 TUJ is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R481 TUJ, 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 R481 TUJ registered?

R481 TUJ is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R481 TUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 TUJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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