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P234 TAM

1996 Suzuki RF900R

Grey Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

24,641 mi
Last recorded24,641 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF900R27,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP234 TAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 24,641 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 24,588 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 24,588 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2023 24,469 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 24,403 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 24,056 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 23,881 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 23,670 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 23,206 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 22,923 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 22,923 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 22,344 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 21,851 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 21,247 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 21,247 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 20,992 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 20,759 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 20,498 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 18,007 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 17,569 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 17,563 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 17,563 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2006 17,559 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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P234 TAM is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R in Grey with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P234 TAM, 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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What year was P234 TAM registered?

P234 TAM is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P234 TAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P234 TAM shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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