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R771 GDM

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,883 mi
Last recorded13,883 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR771 GDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2016 13,883 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 13,722 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 13,482 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 13,465 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 13,237 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 12,944 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 12,927 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 12,548 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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R771 GDM is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R771 GDM, 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 R771 GDM registered?

R771 GDM is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R771 GDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R771 GDM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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