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P553 HOC

1996 Suzuki RF900R

Grey Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

35,622 mi
Last recorded35,622 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF900R27,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP553 HOC
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 35,622 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 35,547 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 35,448 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 35,124 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 34,861 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 34,740 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 34,626 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 34,613 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 34,317 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 33,008 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 31,733 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 30,653 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2012 30,645 miles

Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (3.2.B3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,313 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 27,313 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2010 25,766 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 25,763 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 25,639 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 24,290 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 24,289 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 24,258 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 24,258 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 22,243 miles

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

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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P553 HOC is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R in Grey with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 27,898 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 P553 HOC, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P553 HOC registered?

P553 HOC is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P553 HOC safe to buy?

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