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V43 YVL

1999 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

67,046 mi
Last recorded67,046 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki DR350SE11,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV43 YVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 67,046 miles

Oil leak from engine

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 66,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 65,043 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2024 65,043 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 65,010 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 64,668 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front Brake (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Suspension bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 64,210 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 64,210 miles

Rear Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2013 57,329 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2012 50,481 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 42,831 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 35,316 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 25,486 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 19,516 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 May 2008 19,516 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2007 13,360 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 13,360 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear wheel stiff to turn

Pass 18 May 2006 9,761 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 9,761 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 9,761 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 23 May 2005 6,729 miles

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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V43 YVL is a 1999 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 V43 YVL, 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 V43 YVL registered?

V43 YVL is a 1999 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 27 October 1999.

Is V43 YVL safe to buy?

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