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P458 TUG

1997 Suzuki RF900R

Red Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

42,791 mi
Last recorded42,791 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF900R24,268 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP458 TUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2022 42,791 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2021 42,471 miles

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

side fairing panels removed

Pass 3 Jul 2019 42,423 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 42,290 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 42,130 miles

front forks damp

front tyre misshaped

Pass 7 Feb 2015 42,045 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 24,855 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 31,822 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 26,575 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

front brake pads 2-3mm

n/s/r indicator loose

slight bind on front brake

Pass 12 Mar 2011 26,575 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 26,575 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Jul 2009 26,575 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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P458 TUG is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R in Red with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 P458 TUG, 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 P458 TUG registered?

P458 TUG is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 9 April 1997.

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