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S803 VNM

1998 Suzuki DR650

Purple Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,588 mi
Last recorded6,588 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR65022,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS803 VNM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 6,588 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 5,811 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 5,811 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 3,669 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 3,614 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 3,390 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 3,208 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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S803 VNM is a 1998 Suzuki DR650 in Purple with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S803 VNM, 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 S803 VNM registered?

S803 VNM is a 1998 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S803 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S803 VNM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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