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R188 NTF

1997 Suzuki RF900

Red Petrol 937cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,634 mi
Last recorded18,634 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki RF90025,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR188 NTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelRF900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine937cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 18,634 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 18,614 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2016 18,408 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 18,179 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 17,225 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 10,208 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 8,626 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2010 8,626 miles

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 8,562 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 8,548 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 8,547 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki RF900?

Based on 2,429 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
769
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 19
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R188 NTF is a 1997 Suzuki RF900 in Red with a 937cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki RF900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 25,318 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 RF900 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R188 NTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki RF900 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki RF900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R188 NTF registered?

R188 NTF is a 1997 Suzuki RF900, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R188 NTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R188 NTF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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