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H417 JLB

1998 Suzuki DR800

Silver Petrol 779cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,025 mi
Last recorded53,025 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR80043,025 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH417 JLB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR800
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine779cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Jan 2013 53,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 53,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR800?

Based on 1,049 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
Direction indicator not working 9
Footrest insecure 8
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H417 JLB is a 1998 Suzuki DR800 in Silver with a 779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki DR800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 43,025 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 DR800 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H417 JLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR800 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki DR800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H417 JLB registered?

H417 JLB is a 1998 Suzuki DR800, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is H417 JLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H417 JLB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H417 JLB have outstanding finance?

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