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R65 YAG

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,782 mi
Last recorded21,782 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR65 YAG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 21,782 miles

This motorcycle only to be used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

no lights fitted/masked over at time of test

Pass 6 May 2016 21,782 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2016 21,782 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 21,782 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 21,783 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 21,524 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 19,244 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 19,244 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 18,355 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 18,439 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 18,278 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2005 17,596 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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R65 YAG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R65 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 R65 YAG registered?

R65 YAG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 15 October 1997.

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