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R94 SOY

1997 Suzuki DR350S

Yellow Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

248 mi
Last recorded248 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350S12,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 SOY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 248 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 3 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 5,310 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 5,310 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 5,310 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 5,310 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 5,310 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 5,310 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 5,310 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 5,310 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 5,310 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 5,310 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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R94 SOY is a 1997 Suzuki DR350S in Yellow with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R94 SOY, 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 R94 SOY registered?

R94 SOY is a 1997 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R94 SOY safe to buy?

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