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R170 XTP

1998 Suzuki RF900R

Blue Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

65,896 mi
Last recorded65,896 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki RF900R26,275 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR170 XTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 65,896 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 65,896 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 65,783 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 65,152 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 64,786 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 63,663 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 61,958 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 60,536 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 57,579 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 56,199 miles

Rear brake soft

Fail 12 Jun 2015 56,199 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear brake soft

Fail 5 Jul 2014 54,974 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 54,974 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 53,203 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 51,383 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 49,504 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 47,685 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 45,783 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 43,900 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 43,900 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 May 2007 41,347 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2007 41,347 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 37,629 miles

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

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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R170 XTP is a 1998 Suzuki RF900R in Blue with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R170 XTP, 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 R170 XTP registered?

R170 XTP is a 1998 Suzuki RF900R, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R170 XTP safe to buy?

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