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R58 YAG

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,797 mi
Last recorded18,797 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR58 YAG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 18,797 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2021 18,797 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2020 18,429 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 18,274 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 18,130 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 18,130 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 17,731 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 16,686 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 16,204 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 14,668 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

nearside clock mounting snapped off

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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R58 YAG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R58 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 R58 YAG registered?

R58 YAG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R58 YAG safe to buy?

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