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R857 TLM

1997 Suzuki DR350S

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

20,468 mi
Last recorded20,468 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350S12,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR857 TLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 20,468 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 20,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

rear brake has slight reserve travel

Pass 8 Jun 2020 20,410 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 20,296 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 19,984 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 19,984 miles

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 lower shock bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 19,485 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 18,920 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 18,871 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 18,871 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2012 18,871 miles

Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Gear selector insecure

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 18,871 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 18,871 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 18,871 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 18,872 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 18,872 miles

clutch cable sticking

no indicators fitted at test

Fail 10 Nov 2005 18,870 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

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

nail in tyre

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350S?

Based on 3,461 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
wheel bearings have excessive free play 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
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R857 TLM is a 1997 Suzuki DR350S in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki DR350S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 12,652 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 DR350S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R857 TLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350S typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki DR350S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R857 TLM registered?

R857 TLM is a 1997 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 26 November 1997.

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