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S246 BDU

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

15,812 mi
Last recorded15,812 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS246 BDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 15,812 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 15,812 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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 4 Apr 2018 14,017 miles

Drive chain spring link insecure

Fail 4 Apr 2018 14,017 miles

Drive chain spring link insecure

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 11,894 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 11,772 miles

rear slight bind

Fail 19 Jun 2014 11,772 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

rear slight bind

Pass 25 Mar 2013 11,338 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 10,701 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 8,409 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 7,389 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 6,905 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 6,905 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 6,652 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 6,250 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 5,880 miles

Nearside Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 23 Jul 2005 5,880 miles

Nearside Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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S246 BDU is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S246 BDU, 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 S246 BDU registered?

S246 BDU is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 15 August 1998.

Is S246 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S246 BDU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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