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N331 MBX

1996 Suzuki DR800

Blue Petrol 779cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,197 mi
Last recorded53,197 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN331 MBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR800
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine779cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 53,197 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 52,626 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 52,623 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake switch inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 52,062 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 51,878 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 51,856 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 51,481 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2016 50,973 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 50,973 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 49,254 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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N331 MBX is a 1996 Suzuki DR800 in Blue with a 779cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N331 MBX, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki DR800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N331 MBX registered?

N331 MBX is a 1996 Suzuki DR800, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N331 MBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N331 MBX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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