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R57 YAG

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

21,201 mi
Last recorded21,201 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR57 YAG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 21,201 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 20,957 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2023 20,957 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 20,863 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 20,859 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 20,785 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 20,642 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 20,449 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 20,449 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 20,446 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 18,155 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 15,317 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 15,024 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 14,681 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 13,958 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 13,219 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 12,656 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 12,108 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 12,108 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 8 Aug 2007 10,491 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 10,491 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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R57 YAG 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 R57 YAG, 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 R57 YAG registered?

R57 YAG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R57 YAG safe to buy?

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