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R571 DDV

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

19,265 mi
Last recorded19,265 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR571 DDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 19,265 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 19,236 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 19,172 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 19,172 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 18,980 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 18,968 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 18,968 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 18,937 miles

Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 18,797 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,755 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 18,654 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 18,601 miles

rear shock has lots of free sag

Pass 11 Aug 2014 18,519 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 18,357 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 18,266 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 18,120 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 18,120 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2010 17,884 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 17,884 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 17,693 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 17,665 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 17,614 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 17,614 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 17,593 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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R571 DDV is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 R571 DDV, 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 R571 DDV registered?

R571 DDV is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 19 January 1998.

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