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E265 ODF

1988 Suzuki LS650

Maroon Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,552 mi
Last recorded24,552 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki LS65022,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE265 ODF
MakeSuzuki
ModelLS650
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 24,552 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 24,341 miles

Both tyres starting to crack - perish

Pass 17 Jul 2023 24,096 miles

Both front and rear tyres starting to crack perrish.

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 23,964 miles

Both tyres starting to crack - perish.

Fail 15 Jul 2022 23,938 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Both tyres starting to crack - perish.

Pass 15 Jul 2021 23,695 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 23,615 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 23,576 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 23,392 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 23,261 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 23,180 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 23,180 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 22,692 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 22,682 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 22,324 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,005 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 21,657 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 21,657 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 21,393 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 21,393 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki LS650?

Based on 3,023 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
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E265 ODF is a 1988 Suzuki LS650 in Maroon with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki LS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 22,324 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 LS650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E265 ODF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki LS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki LS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E265 ODF registered?

E265 ODF is a 1988 Suzuki LS650, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E265 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E265 ODF shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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