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P593 OBU

1997 Suzuki XF650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,442 mi
Last recorded27,442 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP593 OBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 27,442 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 25,808 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective opaque lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 23,658 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 23,509 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 23,389 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 23,190 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 12 May 2017 23,190 miles

Footrest insecure replace bolt (6.2.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Registration plate insecure refit (6.3.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 22,707 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 20,422 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 17,394 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 17,394 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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P593 OBU is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P593 OBU, 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 P593 OBU registered?

P593 OBU is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is P593 OBU safe to buy?

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