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P456 VAM

1997 Suzuki RF900R

Black Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

56,235 mi
Last recorded56,235 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF900R24,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP456 VAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 56,235 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 56,100 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 55,845 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 55,046 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 55,046 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2017 49,731 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 49,731 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing head bearings very notchy unable to steer safely (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2016 40,153 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired bulb out on n/s (1.3.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake slight bind before application of brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 40,016 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 39,971 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 39,794 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 39,794 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 39,575 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 39,292 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 38,650 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 38,650 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 35,448 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Feb 2008 35,443 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 31,698 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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P456 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R in Black with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 24,268 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 P456 VAM, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P456 VAM registered?

P456 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is P456 VAM safe to buy?

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