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K296 VJU

1993 Suzuki RF600

Grey Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

44,474 mi
Last recorded44,474 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Suzuki RF60030,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK296 VJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 44,474 miles

gear selector ball joint as slight play

Pass 13 Oct 2021 44,396 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 44,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 44,152 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 43,254 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 43,254 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 40,427 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 38,064 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 38,061 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm centre section (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2016 36,144 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight play in rear suspension joints

Pass 28 Sep 2012 35,172 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 34,307 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 32,451 miles

Front Fork Seals Slightly Corroded

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Oil leak

Rear footrests Have springs missing

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Chain guard missing

Fail 3 Aug 2010 32,451 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Fork Seals Slightly Corroded

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear footrests Have springs missing

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 Aug 2009 26,939 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 25,653 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 25,565 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

gear lever bush has slight play

ns foot rest rubber split

Pass 6 Aug 2007 22,710 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 22,073 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF600?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 1,043 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
680
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,043
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 262
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 130
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
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K296 VJU is a 1993 Suzuki RF600 in Grey with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 30,108 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 RF600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K296 VJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K296 VJU registered?

K296 VJU is a 1993 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 19 April 1993.

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