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P492 RDE

1996 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,859 mi
Last recorded29,859 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF60025,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 RDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 29,859 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 29,835 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 28,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 27,614 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 27,614 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 26,692 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 25,737 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 25,737 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 23,458 miles

Headlight switch worn

Rear brake lever bent

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 22,282 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 20,692 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 19,278 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 18,447 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 18,447 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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P492 RDE is a 1996 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,806 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 P492 RDE, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P492 RDE registered?

P492 RDE is a 1996 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 17 October 1996.

Is P492 RDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P492 RDE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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