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P43 UGP

1997 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

54,802 mi
Last recorded54,802 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP43 UGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2020 54,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 47,814 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2018 47,798 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2017 40,413 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2017 40,413 miles

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 32,689 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 24,755 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 24,755 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 17,555 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 17,521 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,003 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 14,953 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 12,366 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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P43 UGP is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P43 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 P43 UGP registered?

P43 UGP is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 18 March 1997.

Is P43 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P43 UGP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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