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N89 NBO

1996 Suzuki DR350S

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,101 mi
Last recorded16,101 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350S14,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN89 NBO
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 16,101 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 15,910 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 15,781 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 15,249 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 14,898 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 14,849 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 14,782 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 3,140 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 13,850 miles

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

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 13,731 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 11,935 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 11,926 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 10,840 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 10,600 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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N89 NBO is a 1996 Suzuki DR350S in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N89 NBO, 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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What year was N89 NBO registered?

N89 NBO is a 1996 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N89 NBO safe to buy?

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