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R140 ACH

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

32,926 mi
Last recorded32,926 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 ACH
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 32,926 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 32,379 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 31,708 miles

Nearside Front Wiring harness bracket loose near steering but has now been tightened

Fail 20 Oct 2023 31,708 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wiring harness bracket loose near steering but has now been tightened

Pass 31 Oct 2022 31,057 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 30,353 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 29,840 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 1 May 2019 28,413 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 1 May 2019 28,413 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 18 Aug 2017 27,676 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 27,222 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 27,221 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 26,268 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 25,518 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 25,518 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 25,259 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 28 May 2012 25,224 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 14 Feb 2011 25,032 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 24,637 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 May 2007 22,887 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 19,399 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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R140 ACH is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 13,334 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 DR350SE fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R140 ACH, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R140 ACH registered?

R140 ACH is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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