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R856 KEG

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,796 mi
Last recorded31,796 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR856 KEG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 31,796 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 28,459 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 25,273 miles

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 23,174 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 17,056 miles

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 12,489 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 8,956 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 8,716 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 6,936 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 4,696 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 4,470 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Jan 2014 4,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jan 2013 3,627 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 3,627 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 1,969 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 1,969 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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R856 KEG is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R856 KEG, 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 R856 KEG registered?

R856 KEG is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R856 KEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R856 KEG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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