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P873 KCF

1997 Suzuki RF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

66,661 mi
Last recorded66,661 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP873 KCF
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 66,661 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Downpipes (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both fork oil seals (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 May 2016 56,768 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 23 May 2016 56,768 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 48,856 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Jun 2015 48,856 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2014 41,582 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear brake anchor arm slight corrosion

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 41,582 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear brake anchor arm slight corrosion

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 2 May 2013 35,678 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 35,678 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 33,047 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 33,047 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 28,928 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 28,928 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 28,928 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 26,527 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 22,429 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 22,429 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 19,185 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 18,367 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 18,367 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 17,028 miles

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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P873 KCF is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 P873 KCF, 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.

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P873 KCF is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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