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R108 BDB

1998 Suzuki RF900R

Black Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

33,579 mi
Last recorded33,579 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki RF900R26,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR108 BDB
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 33,579 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 33,222 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 32,951 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 32,579 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 32,027 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 32,027 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 102,907 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2011 30,766 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 30,766 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 29,764 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 27,918 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 27,911 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 24,500 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 18,463 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 18,416 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2006 17,166 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 17,166 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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R108 BDB is a 1998 Suzuki RF900R in Black with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki RF900R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 26,275 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 R108 BDB, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki RF900R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R108 BDB registered?

R108 BDB is a 1998 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 9 January 1998.

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