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R53 MGC

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,340 mi
Last recorded11,340 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR53 MGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 11,340 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 10,283 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 10,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 10,121 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 9,844 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 9,671 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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R53 MGC is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R53 MGC, 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 R53 MGC registered?

R53 MGC is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R53 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R53 MGC shows 6 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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