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R308 WNE

1997 Suzuki Unknown

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,108 mi
Last recorded23,108 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Unknown25,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 WNE
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 23,108 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 22,762 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 21,618 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 21,611 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn LOWER LINKAGE BEARING EXCESSIVE PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki Unknown?

Based on 11,032 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
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R308 WNE is a 1997 Suzuki Unknown in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 25,816 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R308 WNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R308 WNE?

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What year was R308 WNE registered?

R308 WNE is a 1997 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R308 WNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R308 WNE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R308 WNE have outstanding finance?

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