Suzuki RF900R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki RF900R car check
Is the Suzuki RF900R reliable? We analysed 12,255 real MOT tests across 1,238 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki RF900R is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki RF900R.
Suzuki RF900R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki RF900R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki RF900R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki RF900R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki RF900R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki RF900R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki RF900R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki RF900R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki RF900R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki RF900R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 74 | 87.8% | 7,900 | 19,514 | 27,932 |
| 2000 | 204 | 86.8% | 14,503 | 18,814 | 25,982 |
| 1999 | 1,945 | 84.4% | 14,685 | 21,808 | 31,213 |
| 1998 | 1,291 | 80.6% | 17,891 | 26,275 | 34,711 |
| 1997 | 2,081 | 83.2% | 16,281 | 24,268 | 33,441 |
| 1996 | 2,195 | 81.7% | 19,748 | 27,898 | 37,938 |
| 1995 | 2,157 | 82.7% | 21,700 | 29,766 | 38,078 |
| 1994 | 2,239 | 80.5% | 23,114 | 31,529 | 40,868 |
How Long Does a Suzuki RF900R Last?
Based on 1,238 Suzuki RF900R vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki RF900R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki RF900R MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki RF900R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.8% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
80.5% MOT pass rate from 2,239 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki RF900R is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.8% across 74 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki RF900R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki RF900R THIS CAR | 82.4% | 12,255 | 27,217 mi | 32 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Honda Nsc 110 Mpd-k | 81.7% | 5,892 | 25,122 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki RF900R outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki RF900RShould you buy a used Suzuki RF900R?
The Suzuki RF900R has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.4% across 12,255 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki RF900R are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (218 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (198), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (109). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki RF900R owner drives around 751 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki RF900R models stay on UK roads for around 32 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.