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P878 MJW

1997 Suzuki RF600

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,910 mi
Last recorded15,910 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP878 MJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 15,910 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 14,457 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 12,092 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 10,915 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 4 Apr 2008 9,535 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 9,513 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 7,996 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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P878 MJW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P878 MJW, 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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What year was P878 MJW registered?

P878 MJW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 16 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P878 MJW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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