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P557 TCW

1996 Suzuki RF900R

Purple Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

97,012 mi
Last recorded97,012 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF900R27,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP557 TCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 97,012 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 92,762 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 89,127 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 85,522 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 82,534 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 80,710 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 79,840 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 78,887 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 78,887 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 76,428 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 72,154 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 69,150 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 64,952 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 60,366 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 55,925 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 51,220 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 47,222 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 47,222 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 41,945 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 41,861 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2008 37,810 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 34,160 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 30,869 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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P557 TCW is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R in Purple with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 P557 TCW, 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 P557 TCW registered?

P557 TCW is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 7 September 1996.

Is P557 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P557 TCW shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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