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P642 YFW

1997 Suzuki XF650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,551 mi
Last recorded46,551 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP642 YFW
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 46,551 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2016 46,526 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2012 41,442 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 38,617 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 38,569 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 36,416 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 35,442 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 26,255 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 25,004 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 24,665 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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P642 YFW is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P642 YFW, 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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P642 YFW is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 29 July 1997.

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