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S128 DPN

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,630 mi
Last recorded33,630 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS128 DPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 33,630 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 33,623 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 32,476 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 31,599 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 29,799 miles

clutch lever damaged

rear brake pads cracks in linings visible replacement advised

Pass 26 Nov 2013 29,032 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 29,032 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 28,532 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 27,590 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 27,550 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 27,078 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 27,077 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 26,083 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Oct 2008 26,067 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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S128 DPN is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S128 DPN, 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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S128 DPN is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 18 November 1998.

Is S128 DPN safe to buy?

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