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N396 HWT

1996 Suzuki DR350S

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,323 mi
Last recorded25,323 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350S14,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN396 HWT
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2021 25,323 miles

Front tyre cracking

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 25 Jul 2018 25,255 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

clutch lever bent

Pass 27 Jul 2017 25,135 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 May 2016 24,779 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

number plate is undersize but can be read from 15metres

Pass 1 Apr 2015 24,618 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear number plate is undersize but can be read from 15 metres.

Pass 6 Aug 2013 24,289 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 23,363 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Handlebars slightly bent

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 23,363 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Handlebars slightly bent

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 22,326 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 22,326 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,901 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 20,899 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 May 2009 18,186 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 17,967 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 12 Jul 2007 17,967 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 17,240 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350S?

Based on 3,461 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
wheel bearings have excessive free play 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
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N396 HWT is a 1996 Suzuki DR350S in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR350S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 14,708 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 DR350S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N396 HWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350S typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki DR350S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N396 HWT is a 1996 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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