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P442 RUL

1996 Suzuki DR650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,744 mi
Last recorded18,744 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR65019,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP442 RUL
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 18,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 18,499 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 18,121 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 17,016 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 16,496 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 15,604 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 15,562 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR650?

Based on 4,807 MOT tests across 610 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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P442 RUL is a 1996 Suzuki DR650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 19,595 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P442 RUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki DR650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P442 RUL registered?

P442 RUL is a 1996 Suzuki DR650, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P442 RUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P442 RUL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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