CarVerify

Free Car Check

R438 FHJ

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 349cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,425 mi
Last recorded28,425 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR438 FHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 28,425 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 28,425 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 28,411 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 28,411 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 28,219 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 28,117 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 28,117 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 27,833 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 27,698 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 27,035 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 25,966 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
Full Suzuki DR350SE reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R438 FHJ is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R438 FHJ, 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

How do I check the history of R438 FHJ?

You can check the full history of R438 FHJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R438 FHJ registered?

R438 FHJ is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is R438 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R438 FHJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R438 FHJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R438 FHJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.