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N887 HLY

1996 Suzuki RF900R

Red Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,587 mi
Last recorded32,587 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF900R27,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN887 HLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 32,587 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2018 32,577 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn disc run out ! (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Freeplay excessive (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Untidy cables impeding lock to lock! (2.1.4 (c))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Fork staunchion chrome pitted!

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2016 29,489 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 29,489 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 27,152 miles

number plate light inop......... chain/sprockets worn

Pass 3 Dec 2013 22,530 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 17,671 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,916 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 16,912 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 8,296 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF900R?

Based on 12,255 MOT tests across 1,238 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
751
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 198
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 109
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 100
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 84
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N887 HLY is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R in Red with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 27,898 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 RF900R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N887 HLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF900R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N887 HLY is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 9 May 1996.

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