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R51 HMW

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

6,629 mi
Last recorded6,629 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR51 HMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2011 6,629 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 6,629 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 6,629 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 6,629 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 6,458 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 5,789 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 5,789 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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R51 HMW is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R51 HMW, 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 R51 HMW registered?

R51 HMW is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 4 November 1997.

Is R51 HMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R51 HMW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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