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P154 UGP

1997 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,130 mi
Last recorded40,130 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP154 UGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 40,130 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 39,562 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 39,179 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 38,544 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 37,956 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 34,616 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 32,790 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 317,735 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 29,221 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 25,426 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 24,889 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2008 24,889 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 22,371 miles

front tyre tread wearing unevenly also getting low.

Pass 31 Jul 2006 16,079 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki XF650?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 366 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
366
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
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P154 UGP is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki XF650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P154 UGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki XF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P154 UGP registered?

P154 UGP is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 3 April 1997.

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