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P631 VHB

1996 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,722 mi
Last recorded11,722 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki DR350SE13,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP631 VHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 11,722 miles

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 11,634 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 11,400 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 11,063 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 10,971 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 10,861 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 10,831 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 10,283 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 9,800 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 8,706 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 8,706 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 7,658 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2007 7,404 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 13 Aug 2005 5,949 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350SE?

Based on 5,481 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
383
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 71
wheel bearings have excessive free play 61
reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
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P631 VHB is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 13,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR350SE fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P631 VHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350SE typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P631 VHB registered?

P631 VHB is a 1996 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P631 VHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P631 VHB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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