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P486 WHW

1997 Suzuki RF600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,886 mi
Last recorded24,886 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP486 WHW
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 24,886 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2019 24,886 miles

Front Stop lamp not working front brake light switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 21,504 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 21,437 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 21,437 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 4 May 2016 19,590 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 19,464 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 18,924 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 17,713 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 17,713 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 17,251 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 Mar 2007 16,526 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Feb 2006 16,288 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF600?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 1,043 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
680
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,043
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 262
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 130
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
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P486 WHW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 21,546 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 RF600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P486 WHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P486 WHW registered?

P486 WHW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P486 WHW safe to buy?

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