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N135 TPM

1996 Suzuki RF600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,896 mi
Last recorded36,896 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF60025,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN135 TPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 36,896 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 36,896 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 36,269 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 36,259 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear noise from rear suspension

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 35,450 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 35,423 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front and rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 18 Dec 2013 35,390 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2013 35,390 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Fail 3 Jan 2013 34,159 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 34,159 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 33,701 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 32,246 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 32,246 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 31,948 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 29,075 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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N135 TPM is a 1996 Suzuki RF600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,806 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 N135 TPM, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N135 TPM registered?

N135 TPM is a 1996 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 19 January 1996.

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