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S489 CJW

1998 Suzuki DR350SE

Black Petrol 348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

10,924 mi
Last recorded10,924 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR350SE13,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS489 CJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350SE
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine348cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 10,924 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 10,924 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2023 9,981 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 9,981 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 9,939 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded All spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded All spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 9,886 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 9,837 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 9,837 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2016 9,836 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 9,835 miles

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

n/s handguard loose but does not hamper steering

Pass 8 May 2014 9,620 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2014 9,620 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 8,605 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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S489 CJW is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE in Black with a 348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 S489 CJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S489 CJW registered?

S489 CJW is a 1998 Suzuki DR350SE, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S489 CJW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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