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R938 TLM

1998 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,802 mi
Last recorded21,802 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR65022,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR938 TLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 21,802 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 21,802 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 212,061 miles

slight engine oil leak from front cylinder. advised new gasket,very small amount.

Pass 9 Sep 2013 1,991 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 19,423 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 19,148 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 19,144 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2008 18,917 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 18,304 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 17,938 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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R938 TLM is a 1998 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R938 TLM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R938 TLM registered?

R938 TLM is a 1998 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R938 TLM safe to buy?

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