Suzuki Dr650
MotorcycleFrom 284 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing or inoperative, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, a lamp missing or inoperative, caused 5 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 5 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 2 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear | 2 |
| handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock | 2 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Dr650s tested had between 11,154 and 28,866 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 20,472 median miles, the Dr650 has 0.091 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki Dr650 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Dr650 has a 81.3% MOT pass rate based on 284 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Dr650?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Dr650 is a lamp missing or inoperative, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Dr650 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Dr650 is 20,472 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,154 and 28,866 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.