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P609 OBU

1997 Suzuki RF900R

Grey Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,288 mi
Last recorded11,288 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF900R24,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP609 OBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 11,288 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 11,030 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 10,829 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 10,829 miles

Central Rear Lower Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Rear tyre had screw in it. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2016 10,461 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 10,194 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 7,676 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 7,304 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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P609 OBU is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R in Grey with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 24,268 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 P609 OBU, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P609 OBU registered?

P609 OBU is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 8 July 1997.

Is P609 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P609 OBU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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