MOT Status
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45,491 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Main frame has several areas of surface corrosion ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingingarm & associated linkage has several areas of surface corrosion ) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Outer Oil feed pipe has surface corrosion on crimped ends.
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
Offside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Excessive wear in mount bobbins. (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame has several areas of surface corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging arm and associated linkage has several areas of surface corrosion. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Gearshift lever loose on shaft.
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki DR800?
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R953 DKX is a 1998 Suzuki DR800 in Black with a 779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1998 Suzuki DR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 43,025 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 DR800 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R953 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki DR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki DR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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R953 DKX is a 1998 Suzuki DR800, first registered on 11 June 1998.
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