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R652 LDE

1998 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,201 mi
Last recorded22,201 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR65022,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR652 LDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 22,201 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 22,176 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 20,960 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 20,928 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 20,767 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 19,827 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 18,702 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 16,356 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 15 May 2014 14,619 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 13,568 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 13,107 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 12,838 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 12,881 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR650?

Based on 4,807 MOT tests across 610 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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R652 LDE is a 1998 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 22,201 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R652 LDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R652 LDE registered?

R652 LDE is a 1998 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R652 LDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R652 LDE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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