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R178 WAM

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

3,074 mi
Last recorded3,074 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR178 WAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 3,074 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025
Pass 15 Nov 2023 20,078 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 15,253 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 14,207 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 13,615 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 13,379 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 11,864 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

seat cover ripped!

Pass 12 Mar 2010 11,864 miles

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

seat cover ripped!

Pass 2 Jun 2006 7,717 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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R178 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 R178 WAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R178 WAM registered?

R178 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R178 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R178 WAM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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