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P256 VTY

1996 Suzuki DR350S

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,884 mi
Last recorded16,884 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350S14,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP256 VTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2014 16,884 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 16,782 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 16,782 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 16,740 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 29 May 2010 16,726 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Fail 3 May 2008 16,154 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2008 16,154 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 14,764 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 12,764 miles

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

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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P256 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki DR350S in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P256 VTY, 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 P256 VTY registered?

P256 VTY is a 1996 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P256 VTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P256 VTY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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