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R538 LRS

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,585 mi
Last recorded14,585 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR538 LRS
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2025 14,585 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 4 Oct 2024 14,351 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 12 May 2023 14,277 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 16 Apr 2022 14,079 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 3 Apr 2021 13,344 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 13,184 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2010 13,152 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 13,143 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 12,699 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

front brake slightly down on brake effort

front tyre wall cracked slightly

Pass 10 Sep 2007 12,142 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 11,874 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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R538 LRS is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R538 LRS, 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

How do I check the history of R538 LRS?

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What year was R538 LRS registered?

R538 LRS is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R538 LRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R538 LRS shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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