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R179 WAM

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,112 mi
Last recorded7,112 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR179 WAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2014 7,112 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 4,482 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 3,582 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 3,484 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 3,478 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 3,478 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 3,469 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 3,256 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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R179 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R179 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.

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What year was R179 WAM registered?

R179 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 9 May 1998.

Is R179 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R179 WAM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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