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P837 CVJ

1997 Suzuki RF600

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,890 mi
Last recorded8,890 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP837 CVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 8,890 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 8,890 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2024 8,450 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 6,351 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 6,351 miles

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 6,050 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 5,345 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 5,323 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 May 2017 5,323 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 5,148 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 5,148 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 24 May 2014 5,072 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 4,829 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 3,352 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 3,349 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF600?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 1,043 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
680
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,043
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 262
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 130
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 119
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P837 CVJ is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki RF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 21,546 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 RF600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P837 CVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki RF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P837 CVJ registered?

P837 CVJ is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is P837 CVJ safe to buy?

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