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P842 JWL

1997 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,866 mi
Last recorded19,866 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP842 JWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 19,866 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 19,499 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2011 19,336 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 19,336 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 18,312 miles

Centre Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 13 May 2008 12,376 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 17 May 2007 8,924 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 8,924 miles

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

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))

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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P842 JWL is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P842 JWL, 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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What year was P842 JWL registered?

P842 JWL is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 26 July 1997.

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The MOT history for P842 JWL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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