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P221 AFR

1997 Suzuki XF650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,374 mi
Last recorded33,374 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 AFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 33,374 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 32,567 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Chain guard missing ()

Fail 24 May 2022 32,524 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre stand severely corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel brake spongy in feel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Front Upper Fuel tank slightly loose bolt missing from tank (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper clutch lever loose

Nearside Lower gearlever loose

Nearside Rear Lower Chain guard missing ()

Pass 28 Apr 2021 31,736 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 30,492 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 28,296 miles

Brake component slightly loose Slide pins worn (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 9 May 2017 25,945 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 23,852 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 23,068 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 21,781 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 18,781 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 18,365 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 17,352 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 15,627 miles

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

rear tyre worn close to the legal limit

Fail 12 Feb 2009 15,627 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 13,022 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 9,162 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 7,551 miles

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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P221 AFR is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P221 AFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P221 AFR registered?

P221 AFR is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P221 AFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 AFR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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