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R52 YAG

1997 Suzuki DR350SE

Grey Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,262 mi
Last recorded14,262 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki DR350SE13,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 YAG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 14,262 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 14,262 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect no light output (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 13,454 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 13,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 13,054 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 11,269 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 10,028 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 10,028 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 9,939 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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R52 YAG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE in Grey with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki DR350SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 13,030 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 R52 YAG, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki DR350SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R52 YAG registered?

R52 YAG is a 1997 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R52 YAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 YAG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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