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P996 JOV

1996 Suzuki RF900R

Red Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,103 mi
Last recorded25,103 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki RF900R27,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP996 JOV
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 25,103 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 24,229 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 23,921 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 29 Jun 2013 23,921 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 21,991 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 18,785 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 18,785 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 16,829 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 16,829 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 13,342 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 13,337 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2006 12,886 miles

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

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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P996 JOV is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R in Red with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 27,898 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 P996 JOV, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P996 JOV registered?

P996 JOV is a 1996 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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