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P448 AWN

1996 Suzuki DR350S

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,527 mi
Last recorded32,527 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350S14,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP448 AWN
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350S
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 32,527 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 31,561 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 29,033 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 26,566 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2020 26,566 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 60,045 miles

Front tyre flat, inflated for test.

No indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 31 Oct 2018 59,620 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Apr 2016 59,002 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 May 2015 55,383 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 54,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 17 May 2014 54,177 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 9 May 2013 54,066 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 54,066 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,181 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 22,175 miles

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

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2006

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 7 Jul 2006

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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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P448 AWN is a 1996 Suzuki DR350S in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P448 AWN, 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 P448 AWN registered?

P448 AWN is a 1996 Suzuki DR350S, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is P448 AWN safe to buy?

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