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R974 YFL

1997 Suzuki DR350S

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,303 mi
Last recorded18,303 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350S12,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR974 YFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 18,303 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 18,205 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 17,989 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 17,905 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 17,759 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 17,711 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 17,649 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 16,680 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 14,058 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 12,086 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 12,076 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 11,942 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 11,355 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 11,355 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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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R974 YFL is a 1997 Suzuki DR350S in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R974 YFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R974 YFL registered?

R974 YFL is a 1997 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R974 YFL safe to buy?

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