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S998 JTF

1998 Suzuki DR350

White Petrol 349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,753 mi
Last recorded20,753 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki DR35011,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS998 JTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR350
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine349cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 20,753 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 Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 20,744 miles

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

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working From front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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 Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 19,544 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 19,165 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 18,518 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 17,064 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 17,064 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 15,441 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 14,143 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 13,009 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 12,253 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 5 Sep 2008 12,248 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 15 Jun 2007 10,699 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 10,699 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 6,579 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR350?

Based on 2,344 MOT tests across 261 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 37
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
Tyre is unsuitable 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
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S998 JTF is a 1998 Suzuki DR350 in White with a 349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki DR350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 11,330 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 DR350 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S998 JTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR350 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki DR350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S998 JTF registered?

S998 JTF is a 1998 Suzuki DR350, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S998 JTF safe to buy?

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