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P839 UTM

1997 Suzuki RF900R

Black Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,222 mi
Last recorded34,222 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF900R24,268 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP839 UTM
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,222 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 33,938 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 33,938 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 May 2012 33,497 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 33,494 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2009 28,885 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2008 25,701 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 25,036 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 May 2006 24,210 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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P839 UTM is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R in Black with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P839 UTM, 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 P839 UTM registered?

P839 UTM is a 1997 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 1 June 1997.

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