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R656 HFT

1997 Suzuki Dr

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,790 mi
Last recorded8,790 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Dr17,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR656 HFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelDr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 8,790 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 8 Apr 2024 8,790 miles

Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned less than 240mm apart (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned Less than 180mm apart. (4.4.3 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 8,516 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 8,516 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 8,228 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 7,801 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 7,532 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 7,193 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 6,790 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 6,745 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 6,745 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 May 2012 5,551 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 May 2011 5,411 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2011 5,411 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 5,230 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 4,959 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 May 2008 4,944 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2007 4,437 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 4,437 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 3,495 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Dr?

Based on 2,611 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
462
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 23
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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R656 HFT is a 1997 Suzuki Dr in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Dr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 17,633 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 Dr fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R656 HFT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Dr typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Dr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R656 HFT is a 1997 Suzuki Dr, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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