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M849 UJH

1999 Suzuki DR250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

24,722 mi
Last recorded24,722 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki DR25017,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM849 UJH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR250
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 24,722 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 24,423 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 24,389 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 22,782 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 22,782 miles

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 22,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 22,761 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 22,470 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 21,716 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 19,758 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 19,758 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 19,770 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 19,770 miles

two reg plates fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Nov 2013 19,768 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 19,768 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 19,719 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 19,719 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 19,602 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2012 19,602 miles

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

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 19,602 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 19,602 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 18,545 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 18,111 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 17,781 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 17,707 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 17,707 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR250?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Direction indicator not working 15
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M849 UJH is a 1999 Suzuki DR250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki DR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 17,470 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 DR250 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M849 UJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki DR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M849 UJH registered?

M849 UJH is a 1999 Suzuki DR250, first registered on 1 November 1999.

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The MOT history for M849 UJH shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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