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V197 DVR

1999 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,996 mi
Last recorded24,996 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki DR350SE11,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV197 DVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 24,996 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 24,996 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2016 23,432 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Apr 2011 19,557 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 19,557 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 18,901 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 18,405 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 12,059 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 11,250 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 11,250 miles

Centre Front Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Offside Rear Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

rear wheel bearing slight play

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350SE?

Based on 5,481 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
383
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 71
wheel bearings have excessive free play 61
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
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V197 DVR is a 1999 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 11,703 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 DR350SE fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V197 DVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350SE typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V197 DVR registered?

V197 DVR is a 1999 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V197 DVR safe to buy?

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