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1983 Suzuki Dr125 MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Dr125 models manufactured in 1983, based on 103 real MOT test results.

67.0%
Pass Rate
33.0%
Fail Rate
103
Total Tests
17,954
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1983 Suzuki Dr125 MOT Analysis

The 1983 Suzuki Dr125 has an MOT pass rate of 67.0% based on 103 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,954 miles on the odometer. With a 33.0% failure rate, the 1983 Dr125 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1983 Suzuki Dr125 is Motorcycle wheels, responsible for 1.0% of failures. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs range from £100–400 per wheel. Motorcycle structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 1.0%.

Top failures specific to 1983 models only. The overall Dr125 page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle wheels 1.0%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 1.0%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Wheels1.0%1
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments1.0%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 17,954 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Motorcycle wheels0.54% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments0.54% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle wheels0.541.0%1
Motorcycle structure and attachments0.541.0%1

Mileage Statistics

17,954
Mean
19,850
Median
10,361
25th Percentile
25,570
75th Percentile
18.38% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1983 Suzuki Dr125 has an MOT pass rate of 67.0% based on 103 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,954 miles on the odometer. With a 33.0% failure rate, the 1983 Dr125 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1983 Suzuki Dr125, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle wheels: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels. With relatively low average mileage of 17,954 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle wheels — 1.0% of failures

Motorcycle wheels issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 1983 Suzuki Dr125 models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 1.0% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 1983 Suzuki Dr125 models. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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