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J59 TBW

1991 Suzuki DR650

White Petrol 640cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,073 mi
Last recorded44,073 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Suzuki DR65028,385 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ59 TBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine640cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 44,073 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 44,064 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 43,775 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 43,592 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 43,255 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 41,471 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 40,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swingarm pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Mar 2012 25 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 25 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 39,329 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2008 35,034 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2007 34,941 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 34,941 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 33,781 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 33,768 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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J59 TBW is a 1991 Suzuki DR650 in White with a 640cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 28,385 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 J59 TBW, 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 35 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J59 TBW?

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What year was J59 TBW registered?

J59 TBW is a 1991 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J59 TBW safe to buy?

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