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R127 SKW

1997 Suzuki RF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,934 mi
Last recorded19,934 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF60021,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR127 SKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 19,934 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil FRONT OFFSIDE FORK SLIGHTLY MISTING. MONITOR (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 19,505 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 8,356 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 7,153 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 7,142 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly Insecure on handlebar (6.2.1f)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 6,010 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 3,985 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 3,535 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 3,535 miles

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

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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R127 SKW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R127 SKW, 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 R127 SKW registered?

R127 SKW is a 1997 Suzuki RF600, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is R127 SKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R127 SKW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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