CarVerify

Free Car Check

P709 RAF

1997 Suzuki LS650

Green Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

15,851 mi
Last recorded15,851 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki LS65012,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP709 RAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelLS650
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 15,851 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2021 15,851 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 15,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 15,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 15,631 miles

Front Front tyre sidewall beginning to crack

Pass 15 Aug 2018 15,583 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2015 15,543 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 15,543 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 15,283 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 May 2008 14,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2007 13,614 miles

Front Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 13,025 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 13,016 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki LS650?

Based on 3,023 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Full Suzuki LS650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P709 RAF is a 1997 Suzuki LS650 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki LS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 12,984 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 LS650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P709 RAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki LS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki LS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P709 RAF?

You can check the full history of P709 RAF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P709 RAF registered?

P709 RAF is a 1997 Suzuki LS650, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P709 RAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P709 RAF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P709 RAF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P709 RAF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.