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P578 ROO

1997 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,011 mi
Last recorded25,011 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP578 ROO
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 25,011 miles

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

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 25,011 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 22,369 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

main beam flash switch slow to iluminate

Fail 27 Apr 2024 22,369 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

main beam flash switch slow to iluminate

Pass 6 Apr 2023 19,788 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 16,653 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 15,831 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned wheel/forks (2.4 (a))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 15,831 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned wheel/forks (2.4 (a))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 11,803 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 10,097 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 9,823 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 9,377 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 9,377 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 9,018 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 8,828 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 8,299 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2007 7,444 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki XF650?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 366 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
366
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
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P578 ROO is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,830 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 XF650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P578 ROO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki XF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P578 ROO registered?

P578 ROO is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 23 May 1997.

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